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Extreme heat costs South Asia 31 million jobs annually , could cut GDP by 7 pc by 2050 : World Bank

jamaicantimes.com · Jamaica

Extreme heat is projected to cost South Asia 31 million jobs annually and could reduce its GDP by 7% by 2050, according to the World Bank. This highlights a severe long-term economic and social impact of climate change.

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