Blog: Extreme Weather
Climate Change Drives Price Hikes in Tampons and Diapers
Climate change's impacts on inflation and essential goods are evident as the collapse of upland cotton crops in Texas drives price spikes for products like tampons, cloth diapers, and gauze pads in the US, making climate change a "secret driver of inflation" with potential global repercussions.
Climate Change and Rising Expenses in Hurricane-Prone Florida
Climate change intensifies hurricanes and flooding in Florida, leading to soaring property insurance rates, high reinsurance costs for local insurers, increased reliance on state-backed coverage, the need for separate flood protection policies, and rising car insurance costs due to weather-related accidents.
The Climate Change-Inflation Nexus: Implications for the Economy
Unveiling the Hidden Driver of Inflation: The Surprising Link Between Climate Change and Economic Stability