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Construction Workers Among Those Most at Risk of Harm From Climate Change: Report

Building August 05, 2025 3 min read
Building.ca
Construction Workers Among Those Most at Risk of Harm From Climate Change: Report
AI Article Summary

A report by Lloyd’s Register Foundation highlights that construction workers are at increased risk due to climate change, facing dangers from extreme weather, high temperatures, and UV exposure. Approximately 22% of workers in the construction sector globally have experienced harm at work, driven largely by rising temperatures. The report emphasizes the urgent need for more research to protect workers, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, and for the development of climate-related safety regulations.