
In the eye of the typhoon: Japan isn’t ready for the climate crisis
Typhoons will become more intense as a result of global warming, but Japan has to do more to prepare itself for this perfect storm.
I have several passions: discovering new cultures, learning languages, exploring nature, climbing and eating well, of course. I studied in the United Kingdom, have worked in Italy and traveled in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Sometimes I get dizzy because I can’t stay still. I still want to see the world and discover different lifestyles, because diversity is what fascinates me most.
Favourite quote: “Do not ask who I am and do not ask me to remain the same” (Michel Foucault)
Typhoons will become more intense as a result of global warming, but Japan has to do more to prepare itself for this perfect storm.
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