Climate Change Impact - Extreme weather events have significantly increased in frequency, impacting industrial production and economic development globally[4] - From 1993 to 2022, over 9,400 extreme weather events resulted in approximately 765,000 deaths and nearly $4.2 trillion in direct economic losses[8] Industrial Production Challenges - In 2024, China's direct economic losses from extreme weather reached 400 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.1%[14] - The average temperature in China in 2024 was 1.5°C higher than the historical average, with extreme rainfall events occurring more frequently[15] Energy Supply Disruptions - Extreme weather has led to a 14.7% annual increase in the frequency, duration, and intensity of extreme power shortages from 1980 to 2022[10] - In 2021, Texas experienced a winter storm that caused a surge in electricity demand, leading to a significant price spike[10] Economic Impact on Industries - Extreme rainfall negatively impacts mining output by approximately 0.319% for each additional day of extreme rainfall[33] - Manufacturing output decreases by about 0.03% for each additional day of extreme high temperature[33] Future Risks and Adaptation - By 2035, global listed companies may face fixed asset losses of $560 billion to $610 billion annually due to climate disasters, equating to a 6.6% to 7.3% reduction in average annual revenue per company[22] - The World Economic Forum identifies climate action failure and extreme weather as the top two global risks over the next decade[22] Opportunities for Growth - Regions with extreme weather conditions may see new industrial development opportunities, particularly in testing and validating products for extreme environments[43] - The inspection and testing industry in China generated revenue of 487.6 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 4.41% year-on-year growth[44]
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