The World Cup of Climate Injustice

The World Cup of Climate Injustice

When the world’s best players take the field in November, they will be playing in stadiums that at least 6,500 migrant workers died to build. It is believed that the number could actually be much higher, Of the countries that sent a large number of migrant workers to Qatar, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are the only ones that actually kept track of how many of their citizens have died. Since 2010, an average of 12 people have died each week constructing the World Cup infrastructure from these five countries alone. Other countries with a large number of workers in Qatar, including The Philippines and Kenya, have not kept track of fatalities. On average nearly two workers have passed away daily, listed officially as ‘natural causes.

Worst Storms in 30 Years Offer Europeans a Glimpse of Global South ‘Loss and Damage’

Worst Storms in 30 Years Offer Europeans a Glimpse of Global South ‘Loss and Damage’

The same link must be drawn in developed countries as well. The UK and Europe storms are opportunity for these developed country citizens to recognize the pattern of loss and damage they’re starting to witness at home as well, and to hold their elected leaders to account for historic and continuing global emissions despite the dire warnings from the science community.

Climate Change Will Worsen Existing Inequities of Indigenous in Canada

Climate Change Will Worsen Existing Inequities of Indigenous in Canada

One major area of concern is the impact of climate change on the existing health inequities experienced by these communities. A warming climate will worsen food and water security, air quality, personal safety, and mental well-being, and access to livelihood options, among others. The report importantly highlights that health impacts are not experienced evenly within and between Indigenous communities, demonstrating that solutions must respect “cultures, geography, local contexts, and the unique needs of these communities.”

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Intersection of Crises Exacerbates Climate Migration in Mozambique

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Intersection of Crises Exacerbates Climate Migration in Mozambique

Mozambique is dealing with climate-induced migration in the south and conflict-induced migration in the north. Tropical Storm Ana made landfall in the southeast African nation last month, destroying hundreds of homes and killing at least twelve people. This is not the first deadly storm to hit Mozambique and unfortunately, they are becoming increasingly prevalent for Mozambique and other countries in the region due to climate change.

Madagascar is Struggling Under the Weight of Climate Change

Madagascar is Struggling Under the Weight of Climate Change

Unfortunately for Madagascar, weather-related disasters aren’t the only challenges climate change poses. These back-to-back disasters come on the heels of one the worst droughts to hit the country in 40 years. The drought, which has primarily hit the southern part of the country, has placed an estimated 2 million in need of urgent food assistance.

Future Climate Floods Will Impact US Black Communities Worse

Future Climate Floods Will Impact US Black Communities Worse

Of course the impacts of more frequent and intense storms aren’t financial only, but the longterm compounding effects they impose can be devastating. Those who can afford insurance now may find themselves priced out of the market, while those uninsured, will be even more dependent on unequal state and federal assistance, which bears the legacy of racism even in disaster.