DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D AILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane CLIMATE CHANGE & YOUR 9 TO 5 LIFE Source: Stock Summer 2023 In the US and Europe this summer, sweltering heatwaves with temperatures and humidity pushing historic records are making work life unbearable for millions Experts are saying conditions are so uncomfortable that working hours may have to be adjusted to help people cope with future heatwaves They're suggesting forget about 9 to 5; 6AM to 2 PM would work better and scrap the full suits and ties New research from the UK's prestigious Oxford University finds that Britain, like Spain, may have to start the workday at earlier hours The Oxford researchers urge "immediate and unprecedented actions are needed" on workday schedules and habits The UK, Switzerland and Norway need to do something n