European Union — European Central Bank & European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service

European Union — European Central Bank: The European Union — European Central Bank researched the economic impact of heatwaves, finding that summer heatwaves reduce regional economic activity and can contribute to higher food prices and inflation.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service, represented by its deputy director Samantha Burgess, explained that the hot weather was due to a 'heat dome' of trapped air, providing meteorological context.

European Union — European Central Bank: ECB's interest rate hikes dampen investment, but drought adds to economic challenges.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: Copernicus notes Europe is fastest-warming continent, contributing to drought conditions.