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Over 2 Billion at Climate Risk, Debt Exacerbates Vulnerability

6/26/2025

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Over two billion people in 'red zone' countries face severe climate risks, particularly in Africa, according to a new Climate Finance Vulnerability Index. This crucial tool underscores how debt exacerbates climate vulnerability and seeks to inform aid efforts. Cyprus and Ukraine are also flagged, grappling with non-climate challenges that hinder their disaster response.

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Story summary

Over two billion people in 'red zone' countries face severe climate risks, particularly in Africa, according to a new Climate Finance Vulnerability Index. This crucial tool underscores how debt exacerbates climate vulnerability and seeks to inform aid efforts. Cyprus and Ukraine are also flagged, grappling with non-climate challenges that hinder their disaster response.