How is climate change impacting Europeans and how prepared are they? A new snapshot of Europe’s climate resilience reveals that most Europeans have already been directly affected by extreme weather and are highly concerned about future climate impacts, yet their preparedness remains limited.

Floods are becoming more frequent and more severe as the climate continues to change. Their impact extends far beyond the immediate physical destruction and create a cascade of environmental conditions that significantly threaten respiratory health, from increased mold exposure and damp housing to the spread of pollutants and pathogens.