Rich Residents Build Defenses Against Rising Seas; Poor Ones Leave – Scientific American

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Article Synopsis – A new study has found that socioeconomic status and racial diversity affect how different communities adapt to climate change. Areas with higher property values tend to invest in adaptation projects and property protection strategies, while poorer and more racially diverse communities tend to be targeted by government buyouts. To read the actual article click here.

By Sharon Gray November 7, 2019 Newsletter