The European Environment Agency warns of 'catastrophic' climate change effects in Europe, with Southern Europe at high risk.

EEA's first risk assessment for the EU identifies 36 climate-related risks and underscores the need for immediate, decisive action.

The European Climate Risk Assessment points to threats to ecosystems, food production, human health, infrastructure, and the economy.

Economic losses from climate-related risks in the EU could reach 1 trillion euros annually by 2100 without urgent intervention.

The report demands rapid emission reductions and robust adaptation strategies to mitigate the escalating dangers of climate change.

The European Commission is expected to address the report's findings, with finance ministers urged to focus on climate resilience.

The upcoming European elections are pivotal for adopting the EUCRA's recommendations to enhance societal preparedness.

Report author Robbert Biesbroek states that current adaptation efforts in the EU are inadequate to combat the identified risks.