The Climate Risk Index 2025 shows that from 1993–2022, over 765,000 people died and nearly USD 4.2 trillion in losses occurred due to more than 9,400 extreme weather events. Dominica, China, and Honduras were the most affected countries long-term, while Pakistan, Belize, and Italy ranked highest for 2022. Floods, storms, and heatwaves caused most fatalities and economic damage, with climate change driving both the frequency and intensity of these disasters. The report stresses that even high-income countries face growing risks, while the Global South remains disproportionately affected.
For more details, read the full Climate Risk Index 2025 report by Germanwatch
