The summer heatwaves: 1976 and all that
The summer heatwave of 1976 broke temperature records but this year's heatwaves show that human-induced global warming is to blame
Read moreDetailsSimon Ferrigno is a freelance researcher and writer with over 20 years experience working on sustainability. He has also taken part in heritage projects focusing on Black History in Nottingham. In previous careers he has been a musician, chef, and Radio DJ. He writes for Ecotextile News magazine and is the author of two books on cotton and sustainability. He is based in Derby.
The summer heatwave of 1976 broke temperature records but this year's heatwaves show that human-induced global warming is to blame
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