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Upton-upon-Severn, UK
The small town of Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire, has long been at risk of flooding from the River Severn. As the climate changes, many scientists expect British winters to become warmer and wetter, and the rainfall to be heavier when it comes. This means that major floods, such as those which happened in 2000, are likely to become more common.
US Energy use (per person, per year)
3.9 tonnes oil equivalent [1]
CO2 released per person 8.9 tonnes [1]
Energy use sources [mostly 2000 figures]
[1] State of the World Atlas, 2004, Dan Smith, Earthscan
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You might want to find out about likely climate change effects in your own area. For activities looking at climate change in Shrewsbury, another town on the River Severn, click here!
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