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[...] Some experts estimate that climate change could force between 150 and 300 million people to find a new place to live by the middle of this century, though there is considerable uncertainty about the amount. Finding suitable locations to house them will be a significant impediment. As Michael Gerrard explained, "part of the problem is scale. If we're talking about millions of people having to be on the move, it just doesn't work."
In the U.S., there are very few habitable places that aren't already occupied by homes, businesses, or agriculture, or preserved as park lands or forests. Meanwhile, rural areas would provide few opportunities for migrants to find employment and rebuild their lives.
Instead, Gerrard suggested moving people from high-risk areas to cities whose populations are shrinking, such as Detroit, Michigan. He sees cities' potential for vertical development, energy-efficient buildings, and public transportation as a way to sustainably host climate migrants.
What if refugees from Caribbean islands don't want to live in Detroit?
(Score: 2) by dry on Sunday January 07 2018, @07:02AM (2 children)
True, but to be human is to say "do not shit in your water, as it will make you sick" and also to attempt to get the government to fix the leaky cesspit and even attempt to force those who are helping women to give birth after coming from the dissection room to wash their hands.
Science is a human endeavor and can not be separated.
(Score: 2) by gottabeme on Tuesday January 09 2018, @04:38AM (1 child)
Which is precisely the problem with science. If only you could follow your observation to its logical conclusion.
(Score: 2) by dry on Tuesday January 09 2018, @05:21AM
What do you suggest? Quit doing science?