Is climate change causing increased numbers of refugees?

Although the total number of refugees has more than doubled in the last decade, almost none of these people are fleeing due to climate change.

What is a climate refugee?

A climate refugee is a person forced to leave their home or country due to the impact of climate change, such as rising sea levels, extreme weather events, droughts, or desertification. These individuals are displaced because their livelihoods, homes, or lives are at risk due to the changing climate conditions. Climate refugee…