Australia faces potential decades-long megadroughts due to human-induced climate change, according to new research.
Australia could face decades-long megadroughts lasting more than 20 years, according to new research from ANU and ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes. Droughts in southwestern and eastern Australia in the 20th century were longer on average than pre-industrial times. Human-caused climate change is contributing to longer droughts in these regions, increasing the risk of future droughts. To mitigate the risk, the researchers recommend reducing greenhouse gas emissions, implementing water storage and management plans, and establishing community support networks.
April 02, 2024
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