Climate Change Could Spark Another Great Recession. This Time, It May Be Permanent – Time
Article synopsis – Climate change will wreak havoc on the U.S. economy if left unaddressed — and losses will be far higher in some of the country’s poorest areas, according to a new study. The researchers looked at several factors including increased energy costs, coastal damage, mortality rates and damage to agriculture. The southern U.S. and mid-Atlantic region will face the worst losses, while some places in the North may actually benefit from higher temperatures. The geographic disparities would contribute to political instability and could drive mass migration, with effects felt across the country. To read the actual article click here.