Quantifying the Value of U.S. Property at Risk in Forested Areas

Key Points:

• A new research study focuses on quantifying the value of U.S. property at risk in forested areas due to climate change.
• The study examines the increased ecological disturbance associated with climate change, such as wildfires and tree mortality.
• Without emission-reduction measures, property exposed to climate risks is projected to increase significantly.
• California is particularly vulnerable to these climate risks.

Hot take:

So, turns out your property might be at risk thanks to our good friend climate change. This research study tells us that if we don’t do something about it, the value of U.S. property in forested areas will be climbing faster than a squirrel trying to avoid a forest fire. And let’s not forget our star of the show, California, which is especially prone to these climate risks. Time to start reducing those emissions and protecting our valuable properties!

Original article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/08/230817163948.htm