Do you really know? What are climate refugees?
Apr 22, 2025
Explore the pressing issue of climate refugees, individuals uprooted by environmental changes like rising seas and extreme weather. Discover staggering statistics, such as the 30 million people displaced annually due to climate-related factors. Delve into the global implications of climate migration and learn about the NGOs active in regions like Somaliland. What challenges do these refugees face upon leaving their homes? Tune in for a concise exploration of a phenomenon impacting our world today.
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Defining Climate Refugees
- Climate refugees are displaced by environmental changes like sea level rise and drought.
- These people are also called displaced people, highlighting their forced migration.
Somaliland Refugee Situation
- In Somaliland, drought, famine, and locust plagues force many to flee to refugee camps.
- CARE NGO runs a camp housing over 1500 people, though it sees its support as only temporary.
Global Climate Migration Impact
- Climate migration affects many countries including Venezuela and Bangladesh.
- Rising sea levels, receding ice caps, and extreme weather worsen the global displacement crisis.