How climate change could drive immigration to the United States from Mexico – USA Today

Article Synopsis – Researchers say that climate change could drive immigration to the U.S. from Mexico as warmer temperatures cause droughts that are expected to reduce crop yields. In agriculture-dependent areas, this could potentially give people more reason to seek better opportunities in the United States.  A 2010 study found that up to 6.7 million people could come to the United States from Mexico as a result of global warming by 2080. To read the actual article click here.

By Sharon Gray December 29, 2017 Newsletter