Americas > Forever war: Climate change costs to global economy much higher than previously estimated, researchers warn

Forever war: Climate change costs to global economy much higher than previously estimated, researchers warn

Published 01:42 on May 16, 2024  /  Last updated at 01:42 on May 16, 2024  /  Americas, Asia Pacific, EMEA, International, US

Global economic output could drop by 12% for every 1 C rise in the world’s average temperature, according to a study by researchers from Harvard University and Northwestern University, who likened the impact to fighting a major war in perpetuity.
Global economic output could drop by 12% for every 1 C rise in the world’s average temperature, according to a study by researchers from Harvard University and Northwestern University, who likened the impact to fighting a major war in perpetuity.


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