"Climate Crisis Exacerbates Inequality for Women-Led Rural Families, UN Study Warns"

A new United Nations report reveals that extreme heat, exacerbated by global warming, disproportionately affects the income of households led by women in poorer countries, widening the income gap between female-headed households and others. The report highlights how women, who often depend on agricultural income but have limited land ownership, face challenges accessing essential services to adapt to climate change, resulting in a 8% income loss compared to other households. As global temperatures continue to rise, the long-term impact on female-headed households' income is projected to worsen, emphasizing the urgent need to address the disproportionate impact of climate change on women-led families.