Change Quote by Jaime Harrison
“Climate change is threatening ecosystems in South Carolina, while making it less safe and more costly to live along our coastline.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Forum, South Carolina, 2023
Climate change harms ecosystems and raises living costs on the coast, making it unsafe.
In simple terms: Ecosystems suffer and costs rise on the coast.
Key Takeaway
Address climate impacts now.
Themes
environment
economics
public safety
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
policy
awareness
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- insurance
- community resilience
Key Concepts
climate risk
coastal erosion
policy
adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities balance safety and affordability?
- What policies reduce coastal risk?
A Different Perspective
Mitigation costs may outweigh adaptation benefits.
