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ETUC Calls for Global Heat Protection for Workers

7/2/2025

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On March 4, the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) unveiled a directive aimed at tackling the growing threat of heat in the workplace, driven by escalating temperatures and climate change. With 2.41 billion workers at risk worldwide, the call for unified regulations is critical, as nations like Spain and Greece lead the way in safeguarding their labor force.

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On March 4, the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) unveiled a directive aimed at tackling the growing threat of heat in the workplace, driven by escalating temperatures and climate change. With 2.41 billion workers at risk worldwide, the call for unified regulations is critical, as nations like Spain and Greece lead the way in safeguarding their labor force.