

Accelerating Climate Change to Force Mass U.S. Migration
Mar 27, 2024
Journalist and author Abrahm Lustgarten discusses the potential mass migration in the U.S. due to climate change, projecting tens of millions of Americans relocating to escape wildfires, floods, and extreme heat. Insights on the impacts of climate change on agriculture and communities, wet bulb temperatures, and challenges individuals face when considering relocation for environmental reasons are explored.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Impacts of Climate Change on Agriculture and Communities
02:11 • 11min
Exploring Climate Change and U.S. Migration with an Environmental Reporter
13:06 • 2min
Implications of Climate Change on Mass Migration
15:04 • 17min
Understanding Wet Bulb Temperatures and Climate Impact
31:35 • 2min
Navigating Climate Migration in the United States
33:32 • 4min
Community Relocations and Climate Change Challenges
37:28 • 16min
Closing Remarks and Advertisements
53:11 • 2min