Mexico's Rising Temperatures: A Climate Change Crisis

Mexico's Temperature Rise Outpaces Global Average: UNAM Study Mexico City, May 14, 2025 – A recent study by the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) reveals that Mexico's temperature increase surpasses the global average. This alarming trend is raising concerns about the country's economy and agricultural sector. The study indicates a temperature rise of 3.2 degrees per century in Mexico, compared to the global average of 2 degrees. This accelerated warming is attributed to factors such as El Niño and La Niña weather patterns failing to mitigate the rising temperatures. "This increment in temperature poses significant risks to the economy, agriculture, and quality of life," explains a UNAM researcher featured in a recent video report by El Heraldo de México. The report highlights the economic consequences, such as the predicted 24% decrease in coffee production in Veracruz by 2020, as an example of the impact of climate change. In response to this crisis, 25 Mexican universities are collaborating on the 2025 Climate Action Summit, focusing on sustainable development initiatives. This collaborative effort underscores a commitment to raising environmental awareness and fostering a greater sense of responsibility toward sustainability. The initiative aims to strengthen institutions and allocate resources to projects promoting a sustainable future. The video concludes with a call to action, urging viewers to consider the reasons behind Mexico's accelerated temperature increase and discuss potential solutions to counteract the effects of climate change.