The world is facing a multitude of climate-related challenges, from soaring temperatures to devastating droughts. In the UK, the Climate Change Committee (CCC) has stressed the importance of electrification in reducing energy bills and achieving net-zero targets. Meanwhile, in the US, a new representative from New Mexico has joined the Upper Colorado River Commission to negotiate the sharing of the over-allocated Colorado River.

The consequences of inaction are dire. A super El Niño event is threatening disaster, with the potential to cause widespread droughts and famines. Climate scientist Detlef van Vuuren, the most cited author in IPCC reports, warns that the world is not doing enough to address climate change. "We are in a crisis situation," he says.

"This, for me, is not a congratulations moment," said Tanya Trujillo, the new representative from New Mexico, on her appointment to the Upper Colorado River Commission. "We are in a crisis situation, and we need to take action."

"The world is not doing enough to address climate change," said Detlef van Vuuren. "We need to take drastic action to reduce emissions and transition to renewable energy."

• 17%: The percentage of emissions cuts required to achieve the UK's 2030 Paris Agreement climate target that are currently not addressed by any government plans.
• 82 degrees: The wet-bulb temperature above which heat-related illnesses can occur, exceeded in at least two World Cup games.

• Who: Detlef van Vuuren, climate scientist
• What: Warned about the consequences of inaction on climate change
• When: In an interview with Carbon Brief

As the world continues to grapple with climate-related challenges, experts warn that the consequences of inaction will only worsen. It remains to be seen whether policymakers will take the necessary steps to address these challenges and transition to a more sustainable future.