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Changing Lives - Climate Action for People & Planet - World - ReliefWeb

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Changing Lives - Climate Action for People & Planet - World | ReliefWeb

The climate crisis is driving global hunger now and threatens to trigger catastrophic humanitarian needs. This set of products outlines WFP’s work to support communities to adapt to a changing climate.

In 2022, climate extremes pushed 56.8 million people in 12 countries into acute food insecurity. The climate crisis, and its impact on food security, is unfolding against a backdrop of an overstretched humanitarian system and dwindling global resources. With greater commitment and investments, climate action can reduce escalating humanitarian needs.

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