World Trade· August 17, 2026 at 04:35 p.m.
Climate Crisis Threatens Global Supply Chains Through Wildfires and Droughts
Key takeaways
- Wildfires and droughts pose a growing threat to global supply chains due to climate change
- Tech companies' supply chains have been disrupted by wildfires in California
- Droughts in Australia have affected agricultural exports
A new report by Supply Chain Digital highlights the growing threat of wildfires and water droughts on global supply chains due to climate change. The report emphasizes that these environmental disruptions can lead to increased costs, delays, and potential shortages in various industries.
