When the climate becomes a disaster
In the 2025 Report, you can read more up-to-date background information on the 17 United Nations goals for a fairer and more sustainable world.
Climate change has long been a reality - with dramatic consequences for millions of people worldwide. Extreme weather events such as droughts, floods and hurricanes are increasing in frequency and intensity. Between 2015 and 2022, an average of 133 million people were affected by disasters each year - almost five times as many as in the previous decade. The poorest countries are particularly at risk: their populations contribute the least to greenhouse gas emissions, but suffer the most from the consequences.
The United Nations has set clear targets with Sustainable Development Goal 13 - Climate Action : Global warming is to be limited to a maximum of 1.5 °C, international cooperation is to be strengthened and particularly vulnerable people are to be better protected. However, the current political measures are not enough - the world is heading for warming of around 3 °C by the end of the century.
humedica is tackling the consequences of climate change where they hit hardest: with medical emergency and disaster aid, with supplies after floods or earthquakes and with projects that make people more resilient to climate-related crises.
What humedica is doing to combat the effects of climate change
- Emergency medical aid after floods, storms, droughts or earthquakes
- Training, early warning systems and emergency plans (e.g. in Nepal)
- Providing disaster relief teams with vital equipment
- Distribution of food and special food for malnutrition
- Treatment and prevention for children, pregnant and breastfeeding women
- Training medical staff in the early detection of malnutrition
More about hunger and nutrition
- Construction and repair of wells, water pipes and reservoirs
- Construction of latrines and hygiene facilities
- Distribution of hygiene kits, canisters and education on hygiene practices
- Support for climate-adapted agriculture and drought-resistant crops
- Training in skilled trades and technical professions for a stable income
- Promoting social cohesion and peaceful conflict resolution in crisis regions
Your contribution counts - for people and the environment
With your regular donation, you help to alleviate acute need and build long-term resilience against the consequences of climate change. In this way, you protect people who suffer the most from the consequences.
