How the Effects of the Anthropocene will Create Climate Refugees
Refugee displacement can commonly be attributed to causes including war, persecution, and natural disasters. In the rapidly changing Anthropocene, a new reason may join that list: climate change. More specifically, its catastrophic impacts can destroy communities, infrastructure and agricultural land, forcing people to flee their homes in search of safer environments. In some cases, entire regions may become unsuitable for safe human living, leading to mass migrations and the creation of climate refugees. Deadly natural disasters occur more frequently and strike harder as a result of climate change. In November 2020, two Category 4 hurricanes hit Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, displacing thousands. Several phenomena can lead to the creation of climate refugees, including ag...