Gender inequality

Why Global Warming Is Worse for Women

More than men, women in middle- and low-income countries bear the burden of global warming. They are especially affected by floods, heat stress, drought, and climate change. Through a 2024 FAO report, we can take a closer look. The report covered 24 countries. The FAO report also told us that female-headed rural households lose an average of 8% more of their income during heat waves and 3% more during floods than their male counterparts. When we look at female-headed rural households, we see women reacting differently from men ….[READ]