
France’s nuclear and hydro energy sectors are increasingly vulnerable to drought. Low river flows and rising temperatures are forcing power cuts, exposing water as a critical constraint in energy resilience.
Drought and extreme heat have slashed Europe’s olive harvests, especially in Italy, Spain, and Greece. Prices of olive-based products are soaring as producers struggle with shrinking yields and water scarcity.
Europe’s groundwater reserves are rapidly depleting, threatening agriculture and food security. Data reveals a silent crisis unfolding beneath the surface, demanding urgent policy reform and better basin-level water management.