Climate change has been a hot topic for quite some time now, and for good reason. It affects not only our environment but also our socio-economic aspects.
Recently, researchers have found that violence is one of the fallouts of climate change. In early Andean populations, climate change likely led to violence due to its effects on resources and access to food.
This phenomenon is still happening today. Climate change has created problems for humans such as wildfires, reduced growing seasons for staple crops, and spilling over into economic effects.
Many researchers predict, and have observed in published literature, an increase in interpersonal violence and homicides when temperatures increase. In fact, studies show that, for every 1°C increase in temperature, there is a 6% increase in the likelihood of civil war in Africa.
Furthermore, research also suggests a 10% increase in violent crime rates in the United States alone with every 1°C increase in temperature.
Understanding the link between climate change and violence is crucial for us to take action in mitigating its impacts on our society and environment.
Edited by Zeng Han-Jun
Written by Juliana Rodriguez
Terra Link Research 