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Tracking the connections between health and climate change in Europe.

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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 9h
🚴‍♂️ Active transport key to healthy cities The Europe Cities Report highlights how walking, cycling and public transport can 📉 emissions & deliver health benefits. Mobility networks help people move, breathe clean air & live healthier. Read+ www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-... #LancetClimate26
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
🌼 Longer, +intense pollen seasons are affecting European cities The Europe Cities Report shows how climate change worsens allergy and asthma symptoms. 🌱 Greening & urban planning can 📉 exposure and support cooling and mental health. Read+ www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-... #LancetClimate26
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The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change @lancetcountdown.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
📣 Register for the launch of the 10th Global Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change. Join us on 28 October as experts present the latest evidence on climate change and health. 💻 Hybrid event Registration: buff.ly/b5x1y15
Promotional graphic encouraging registration for the launch of the 10th Global Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change. The image shows a person walking along a city street carrying an umbrella, with event details for 28 October, 13:00-15:30 GMT, at the British Library and online. Lancet Countdown 10-year anniversary branding appears at the bottom.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🌍 What does it take to build a resilient health system? We were pleased to bring our insights to conversations on the future of health in Scotland with the latest evidence from our Cities Report. 💬 Climate-health policies must actively engage different sectors for resilient health systems.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🌫️ Cleaner energy = healthier European cities In 2023 residential solid biomass was the largest contributor to PM2.5-related deaths in cities: it accounted for 38%. Heat pumps + solar thermal energy can cut emissions, improve air quality & protect health. 🔗 www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🌍 Help shape the 2028 Europe Report of the Lancet Countdown We’re inviting new climate-health indicator proposals! 💡 Have an idea? ✔️ Check the criteria ✔️ Contact the relevant Working Group Lead ✔️ Develop your white paper 📅 Submit by 16 Oct Contact @josecx.bsky.social: jose.chen@isglobal.org
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🌆 Wildfire smoke: a growing health concern for cities The Europe Cities #LancetCountdown Report found that 10% of cities increased wildfire-PM₂.₅ mortality from 2003–2023. Cities can protect residents from wildfire smoke & other climate-health risks. 🔗 www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🏙️ Cities are assessing climate-related health risks—but are they acting on them? Assessments help cities identify vulnerabilities and prioritise action to protect residents from heat, floods, air pollution and other climate-sensitive health threats. 🔗 www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🌡️ Urban heat is intensifying health risks in European cities Built environment & limited green space make cities hotter and + dangerous during heatwaves. Trees, cool surfaces & climate-health planning can lower temperatures and protect those most at risk. 🔗 www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
A heartfelt thank you to all our speakers and everyone who joined us for the launch of the 2026 Europe Cities Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change The insights, questions & engagement made the event a true success. @darkmatterlabs.org @isglobal.org @c40cities.bsky.social
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
📊 The first Europe-wide assessment of climate change & health at a city level was just published 👉 Swipe through to explore how urban climate action can support cleaner air, cooler neighbourhoods, healthier mobility & resilient cities. 🔗 Read+ lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-... #LancetClimate26
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🏙️ Tomorrow: launch of the 2026 Europe Cities Report of the Lancet Countdown. Join us to hear about the report’s main findings, and insights from multilevel organisations on progress and gaps in city-level climate-health action. 📅 10 Sep 10 CEST 📍 Online 🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
🏙️ How can cities turn climate ambition into healthier & resilient places? Join the Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch, with researchers & city leaders from @c40cities.bsky.social @darkmatterlabs.org and +. 📅 10 Sept 10 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🌍 Welcome Mark Nieuwenhuijsen @isglobal.org as panel moderator of the Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch The panel will discuss: - Knowledge translation - Policy evaluation - Climate governance - Citizens' engagement 📅 10 Sept 10 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
🌡️ Welcome Lorna Benton (Pathfinder Initiative) to the Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch She will share how cities use evidence to advance climate action that delivers a healthier and more equitable future. Join us: 📅 10 Sep 10 CEST 📍Barcelona/online 🔗 www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
🌍 Pleased to have Anna Gómez (ASPB) at 2026 Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch She’ll discuss how climate-change indicators support public health interventions and protect vulnerable populations. Join us: 📅 10 Sep 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🌍 Delighted to welcome @janetsanz.bsky.social from Metropolis to 2026 Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch. She’ll share how urban planning can support climate action and build healthier cities. Join us: 📅 10 Sep 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🌍 We’re pleased to welcome Jordi Jové Palou to 2026 Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch. He’ll share how sustainable mobility can cut emissions, improve air quality, and support healthier cities. 📅 10 Sept 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona or online 🔗 Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
🌍 Delighted to have Dr Francesca de’Donato, ASL Roma 1 at the Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch. She’ll share insights on protecting residents from heat & turning evidence into effective local heat-health action. 📅 10 Sept 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
🌍 Joost Beunderman @darkmatterlabs.org is joining us at the 2026 Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch He’ll share perspectives on turning climate ambition into healthier, fairer and more resilient cities. 📅 10 Sept 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
🌍 Welcome Júlia López Ventura @c40cities.bsky.social to the launch of the 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Cities Report! She’ll share how cities can deliver climate action that protects health and strengthens resilience. Join: 📅 10 Sept 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona/online 🔗 www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
Júlia López Ventura will join us as a keynote speaker at the launch of the 2026 Europe Cities Report of the Lancet Countdown
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
🏙️ Join us at the 2026 Europe Cities Lancet Countdown Report Launch event Hear the latest evidence on climate-health in European cities, local examples of action, and a panel on evidence-based climate policy. 📅 10 Sept, 10:00 CEST 📍 Barcelona or online Register: www.isglobal.org/en/-/the-lau...
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The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change @lancetcountdown.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
✍️ Take part in our Impact Survey to share how the Lancet Countdown's work is being used and where it is making a difference. If you have engaged with any of our outputs, we'd love to hear from you. Deadline: 18 Sept 2026 Apply now: buff.ly/vvGRDAd
Graphic with the title 'Complete the Lancet Countdown Impact Survey' with text written below reading 'help us better understand how our work is being used and where it is making a difference. Deadline: 18 September 2026.' The graphic is green with the Lancet Countdown logo at the bottom.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
🏙️ Cities are Europe’s frontline for climate action. The 2026 Europe Cities Report of the Lancet Countdown examines how urban areas are advancing climate goals, and what this means for health and resilience.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
We support the European Declaration on Heat and Health, a call for urgent EU action as heatwaves become more intense, frequent, and deadly. The declaration urges stronger adaptation, resilient health systems, safer working conditions, and climate policies centred on health, evidence, and equity.
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European Declaration on Heat and Health - Planetary Health Alliance
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🌡️ Poland faces some of the most acute climate-health risks in the EU. CATALYSE's policy brief, developed with Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL), explores the health impacts of those risks and solutions local policymakers can implement to protect public health.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
As communities in Europe face devastating wildfires this summer, the links between wildfires, health & climate change are clearer than ever. Climate change is fuelling wildfire conditions, increasing smoke exposure, and putting pressure on health systems. Read ➡️ lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
🌍 Want to shape the 2028 Lancet Countdown Europe Report? We’re looking for indicator ideas across priorities: - economics - health systems - healthy transport - tree cover - adaptation - mitigation Send the proposal to the relevant WG Lead by 16th Oct. More @ lancetcountdown.org/europe/our-e...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
🚀 We’re excited to welcome two new members: - Anandita Pattnaik, from @ucl.ac.uk, joins as Policy and Engagement Manager - Mary Mael, from @isglobal.org, is joining as Project Manager Welcome to the team! We’re looking forward to working together to build a healthier, climate-resilient Europe. 🌱
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Lancet Countdown SIDS report was published in The Lancet Global Health! 🏝️ 🌱The report shows how climate change is already affecting health across Small Islands and Developing States, impacting infants and workers, and leading to food insecurity. Read more: lancetcountdown.org/sids/2025-re...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
The Lancet Countdown in Europe contributed to the latest @eurohealthnet.bsky.social Magazine on health communications. Our piece highlights low engagement on climate change and health across Europe, based on the 2026 Europe Report.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
⚖️ Health gains ground in climate court, even as political attention stalls Our 2026 Report shows that 58% of climate litigation cases reference health. Climate-health engagement elsewhere 📉. Strong political, media & public leadership are needed. 🔗 Read+ www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
📜 The 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report presents latest evidence on climate-health in Europe. As heatwaves hit Europe, bridging science to policy is more urgent than ever 📹 Here, Francesca Racioppi @whoeurope.bsky.social shares why the report matters. 🔗 Report lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Last week we launched our policy brief for Spain at a high-level event "Health, sustainability and the healthcare system: a national commitment". The event, organised by the Medical Alliance for Planetary Health (AMESAP) and Organización Médica Colegial, featured political & media representatives.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Five years on, the European Climate and Health Observatory partnership is stronger than ever. Partners reflected on progress and path ahead, bridging research, monitoring & action for a climate-resilient Europe. 🔗 Report: lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-... 🔗 Observatory: climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
🌡️ Heat exposure rising fast: in the Lancet Countdown Europe 2026 report, exposure among elderly rose 266% & among infants 121% in 2015-24 vs 1991–2000. This year heatwaves are already taking lives in Europe. Therefore the new @whoeurope.bsky.social Heat–Health Action Plan Guidance is critical.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
👣 What’s next for Europe on climate and health? 📚The 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report was released in April with latest evidence for the region 🎥In the video, Max Jungmann calls for evidence-based local action, where climate impacts are strongly felt 🔗Read+: lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
🔥 A new era of heat risk in Europe According to the 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report 99.6% of European regions experienced rising heat‑related deaths. 👉 Swipe through to explore trends and how health adaptation measures in improving preparedness. 🔗 Read+ www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
Nearly every region in Europe is experiencing an increase in heat-related deathsDaily warnings for extreme heat rose by 318%Measures to strengthen preparedness are required
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
📚 The 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report shows 📈climate change impacts on health 🖥️ Aleksandra Kazmierczak @eea.europa.eu shares a key message: climate impacts are already shaping health through heat, air pollution, and other climate-sensitive risks. 🔗 Report: lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
New findings from the 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report 🪵Solid biomass for household heating contributed to +4% in air pollution-attributable deaths since 2000. Cleaner renewables are critical for air quality, energy security & health protection. 🔗 Read more: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
Wood and solid biomass is considered renewable but it is harming our healthIts usage is still too high, contributing heavily to air pollutionWe need to prioritise clean energy, such as heat pumps and solar thermal collectors, in order to improve air quality, ensure energy security, and protect health.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Last month we joined the National Congress for Health and Environment by @cpsapt.bsky.social 👉 @josecx.bsky.social contributed to a session on low-carbon health 👉 Co-author Marco Springmann shared insights on planetary diets in Portugal Thank you for the invitation and continued collaborations.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
📚 The 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report was released last month WG4 Co-Lead Hannah Heiliger highlights a key priority: Europe must move away from fossil fuels and accelerate the transition to clean, affordable energy to protect public health. 🔗 Read more: www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
🦟 Climate change is reshaping infectious disease risks in Europe: the average risk of dengue outbreaks almost quadrupled. 👇Check how 🌡️temperatures & changing ecosystems are altering infectious disease landscape, threatening public health. 🔗 Full report: www.lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
What stood out most from the 2026 Lancet Countdown Europe Report Launch Event? Hear from co-authors highlighting key moments and messages from this year’s report on climate change & health in Europe. Read the report: lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-... Watch back: youtu.be/IeimbI85FJc?...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
🌇 Poland faces rising #climate #health risks from heat deaths to air pollution 🖥️ Join us today at 16 CEST for: - overview of Polish subnational indicators 👉 2026 #LancetCountdown Europe Report - CATALYSE case study - Policy discussion Polish translation included. 🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
💶 Europe spent €444B on fossil fuel subsidies in 2023 - money diverted from climate & health solutions, according to findings of the 2026 Europe Lancet Countdown Report See below why renewables are key for resilience, security, and public health. 🔗 lancetcountdown.org/europe/2026-...
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
🌍Last month Lancet Countdown Europe participated in the Biomedical Campus Family Day in Cambridge with 1,000+ attendees @daalenkim.bsky.social led interactive activities exploring environment & health nexus: 🕵 Climate and Health Detective Matching Game 💧 “Safe or Not Safe?” Water Sorting Game
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
🍽️📈 Food insecurity in Europe; climate extremes are key driver In 2023 >1 million experienced moderate-severe food insecurity; low‑income households are most affected. 🔗 Read+ #LancetClimate26: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan... @thelancet.com @wellcometrust.bsky.social @lancetcountdown.bsky.social
Food insecurity is rising in EuropeIn 2023, over one million more people experienced moderate or severe food insecurity, with low-income households disproportionately affected.Solutions are needed: supporting vulnerable households and ensuring access to affordable and healthy food.
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Lancet Countdown Europe @countdowneurope.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
📊 The latest evidence on health & climate change in Europe is out See the key findings & what they mean for health, equity, and climate action across Europe, developed by 65 researchers. 🔗 Read more: doi.org/10.1016/S246... @wellcometrust.bsky.social @thelancet.com @lancetcountdown.bsky.social
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Prof Elizabeth J Z Robinson @profejzrobinson.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Part of my @countdowneurope.bsky.social contribution w/ @shourodasgupta.bsky.social. Tracking temperature & labour supply over time in high exposure sectors (e.g. ag, construction). Higher temperatures associated with lower labour supply in Southern Europe. Yet more #climatechange implications.
Map of European countries showing southern European sub-national regions generally shades of red (lower labour supply, high exposure sectors) associated with higher temperatures, northern sub-national European regions generally shades of green (higher labour supply, high exposure sectors, associated with higher temperatures).Figure with time on x axis (1995-2023), impact of higher temperatures on labour supply in high exposure sectors in Europe on y axis; mean is trending downwards over time, with increasingly wide confidence intervals over time, suggesting that for Europe as a whole, increasing temperatures are having a negative impact on overall labour supply in high exposure sectors, but high variability across the region
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