The Hidden Costs of Our Failing Environment: Experts Reveal How the Economy is Paying the Price
In the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, it's no surprise that people are once again pondering: what is the cost of climate change? What impact do these storms have on our economy as well as its environment - both locally and globally? The answer is a staggering one! Hurricane Irma alone caused an estimated $60 billion in damages across Florida and Texas. Hurricane Harvey has claimed over $125 billion in losses; and finally, Hurricane Maria left nearly $20 billion in damage in Puerto Rico alone! These figures may seem astronomical, but they're merely fractions when compared with those projected…