Kelsea Best
Assistant professor of civil, environmental, and geodetic engineering and city and regional planning at The Ohio State University. Researches climate impacts and adaptations.
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Jul 6, 2025 • 47min
Kelsea Best, Kayly Ober, Robert A. McLeman, "Migration and Displacement in a Changing Climate" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Kelsea Best, an assistant professor at The Ohio State University specializing in climate impacts and adaptations, joins the discussion about migration and displacement amid climate change. She explores how climate-induced events cause both voluntary and forced relocations, sharing insights from regions like coastal Bangladesh and Hurricane Katrina. The role of place attachment in post-disaster decisions offers a poignant view of emotional ties to home. Best also addresses the urgent need for equitable adaptation strategies, especially for marginalized communities facing the brunt of climate crises.
Jul 6, 2025 • 47min
Kelsea Best, Kayly Ober, Robert A. McLeman, "Migration and Displacement in a Changing Climate" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Kelsea Best, an Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University specializing in climate impacts and adaptations, joins the discussion to explore the intricate relationship between climate change and human mobility. They delve into how environmental disasters drive both voluntary and forced migration, revealing the emotional toll on vulnerable communities. The conversation also highlights innovative strategies for planned relocations, the socio-economic challenges of displacement, and the crucial role of equity in climate initiatives.
