Gaza conflict’s carbon cost fuels alarms over climate impact of modern warfare

Published 17:39 on May 30, 2025 / Last updated at 18:00 on May 30, 2025 / / EMEA (Africa, Middle East), International, Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Fifteen months of the Israel-led military conflict in Gaza have led to projected emissions greater than the annual emissions of dozens of countries, a study has shown, adding to concerns that global conflicts threaten climate targets as well as lives.
Fifteen months of the Israel-led military conflict in Gaza have led to projected emissions greater than the annual emissions of dozens of countries, a study has shown, adding to concerns that global conflicts threaten climate targets as well as lives.


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