Climate adaptation measures respond to extreme weather in Spain and Canada

In Spain, municipal governments are prioritizing the installation of air conditioning in public buildings, particularly schools, to combat rising temperatures. High summer temperatures in 2026 have prompted municipalities such as Sant Feliu de Llobregat and El Puerto de Santa María to invest in climate control systems to ensure the health and academic performance of students and teachers.

In Canada, an analysis of the natural gas system during the coldest period of 2026 reveals significant demand spikes. During the first week of July, priority demand for residential and commercial use reached a peak of 95.8 MMm3/d. When accounting for potential demand from thermal generation, the total requirement matched the system's full injection capacity, leading to supply concerns among industrial and compressed natural gas sectors.