European Climate Risk Assessment launched with chapter lead of Working Group Leader Christoph Müller

30/10/2024 - In spring 2024, the European Environment Agency (EEA) published the first European Climate Risk Assessment (EUCRA) which featured contributions from several PIK and former PIK-colleagues. Together with Frank Dentener (JRC), Working Group Leader Christoph Müller was lead author for the chapter on food production and food security, one of eight thematic fact sheets of EUCRA.
European Climate Risk Assessment launched with chapter lead of Working Group Leader Christoph Müller
Source: EEA

While Europe is the fastest warming continent and urgent action is needed, Europe is not prepared for looming impacts that already show today. In food production and food security, most risks from climate change are co-owned by member states and the EU, demanding adequate cooperation across decision making levels.

The EUCRA publication was widely covered in the media in Europe and beyond. EUCRA also received considerable attention from policymakers across Europe, including the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council of the EU. EUCRA is mentioned as a key input to the European Climate Adaptation Plan, which the new European Commission shall develop, involving six different Commissioners.

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Source: EUCRA Report (https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/en/eu-adaptation-policy/key-eu-actions/european-climate-risk-assessment)