Climate change to cost children 1.5 years of schooling, UNESCO report warns

A new report reveals climate change impacts education globally. Children face potential loss of 1.5 years of schooling due to extreme heat. Climate stressors cause school closures, especially in low-income countries. Heat exposure negatively affects learning outcomes. Marginalized populations are more vulnerable. Natural disasters disrupt education, damaging schools and endangering students. Disaster management plans can help schools during crises.

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