Statewide, Iowa (RI) – Natural disasters in Iowa that cause millions and even billions of dollars in damage are becoming more frequent, which some experts blame on our changing climate.
The 15th annual Iowa Climate Statement was released this past Monday, November 10th, and endorsed by 177 Iowa science faculty at 24 colleges and universities statewide.
Dave Courard-Hauri (CORD HOW-ree), a professor of environmental science and sustainability at Drake University, says the cost of disasters like droughts and floods don’t impact just those who file insurance claims…