July 14, 2025|
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|5 months agoRhine Temperature Could Rise 4°C by 2100
International study warns of significant warming in Rhine River, threatening ecosystem and economic activities along Swiss sections of waterway.
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- The Rhine River's water temperature could rise by up to 4.2°C by 2100
- Days with Rhine temperature below 10°C could decrease from 170 to 104 annually
- Days with temperatures above 21.5°C could increase from 32 to 106 annually
By The Numbers
1.1-1.8°C
Expected temperature rise by mid-century
2.9-4.2°C
Projected temperature rise by 2100
25-28°C
Potential peak temperature for 50 days annually
They Said
"The Rhine is warming significantly as a result of climate change"
"If critical temperature thresholds are exceeded over longer periods of time, ecological damage can occur"
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Key Findings
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Environmental Impact
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Economic Implications
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Swiss Perspective
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