Native North Americans crafted new societal structures in response to dramatic climatic shifts during the Little Ice Age, diverging significantly from Western European strategies.
These adaptations included decentralized governance, economic diversification, and a focus on sustainability and reciprocity.
Historical responses to climate change by Indigenous peoples underscore the importance of flexibility, communal responsibility, and sustainable living.
Key quote:
"Reciprocity is not merely generosity; giving away a surplus is an investment, insurance that others will help in your own time of need."
U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry warned Monday that the world is “in trouble” and off-track on its efforts to mitigate or reverse the impacts of climate change.
Prioritizing Miami Beach may be the best route if the public is looking to minimize total economic losses due to climate risk. The problem with this strategy is that low income areas are left less protected.
In a race against climate change, the Philippines is developing a $14 billion metropolis larger than Manhattan called New Clark City designed to be resilient — and sustainable.
