According to a report by TBS Bangladesh, the country incurs an annual economic loss of $20.7 billion due to health risks associated with climate change. The study highlights that heat exposure alone resulted in the loss of 29.3 billion potential work hours, which is valued at $15.8 billion.
Economy
Climate-sensitive health risks cost Bangladesh $20.7 billion annually
A recent study reveals that climate-related health risks are costing Bangladesh $20.7 billion every year.
Source: TBS Bangladesh