Experts Warn: Extreme Heat to Render Northern Australia 'Unliveable' in Coming Decades
May 20, 2024![Experts Warn: Extreme Heat to Render Northern Australia 'Unliveable' in Coming Decades](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/c39c6f4fbb358492f861af407e13ab9a6e97a3cc1d83ab320c3950e3c60ae961c3322e6021134b1d75bd9087f20fc543018f9715b86e5f79d2461c599e5eec35.jpg)
Australia's north is predicted to become 'unliveable' due to extreme heat and humidity in the coming decades.
Climate scientist Bill Hare identifies areas like Broome and Katherine as particularly at risk.
Lethal heatwaves are already affecting parts of Asia and Africa.
A 2003 study highlighted the deadly impact of extreme heat in Europe, stressing the urgency.
Reducing carbon emissions by 50% in the next decade is imperative to combat this crisis.
Australia aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
The government is implementing policies to meet emissions reduction targets.
Support for industries like green hydrogen and solar manufacturing is part of decarbonisation efforts.
Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewables is crucial to address the escalating climate crisis.
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The West Australian • May 19, 2024
Why northern Australia will be ‘unliveable’![Why Broome soon to be ‘unliveable’](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/1d42bbc63a93910aa886da6cb612725b1f95addd14ef6d4bf879535786760fc94ce072db62e2a961de2fe2a602b40a13319c8f1868769b860e628cafe4dd3e43.jpg)
The West Australian • May 19, 2024
Why Broome soon to be ‘unliveable’