By Paul Brotherton, Freshwater Manager, Wetlands International Europe; Andreas Baumüller, Programme Director, WWF European Policy Office; Sergiy Moroz, Head of Nature, European Environment Bureau

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28/07/2026 - 12:34 GMT+2

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Europe is experiencing climate whiplash. As a record-breaking heatwave has recently swept across the continent, wildfires are spreading, health systems are under growing pressure and critical infrastructure is proving increasingly vulnerable.