As shown in the map above, many of the poorest and most population dense nations are highly vulnerable to climate change. Specifically, if water levels continue to rise, 10% of Bangladesh would be covered in water if the ocean levels were to rise one meter. Bangladesh has a population density of nearly 1000 people per square kilometer and has the highest rural population density in the world. As one of the densest countries, this would result in thousands of environmental refugees which would cause social unrest in Bangladesh as well as neighboring countries. As refugees flood outwards, resources would become more scarce and animosity between cultural groups would flare. Even now, Bangladesh is experiencing climate change induced flooding which has displaced 500,000 people and damaged crop lands. Environmental catastrophes have ravaged Bangladesh and rising coasts will only exasperate the issue. Climate induced flooding in Bangladesh is expected to seize 17% of the land by 2050 which would displace 20 million citizens.
If you're interested in donating to help establish floating farms and schools that ensure a standard of living that is unaffected by flooding you can donate to Shidhulai Swanirvar Sangstha. SSS works to lift the 30% of Bangladeshis who live under the poverty line by establishing schools to educate the youth, implement rainwater collection and establish sustainable agriculture.
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