Clyde Goulden

Mongolian way of life threatened by dramatic climate change

Environment

The average annual temperature has risen more in Mongolia than any other place on earth almost, about 4 degrees. The rain patterns have changed. In fact, some 60 to 70 percent of the country is at risk of desertification. If that happens, the country’s nomadic herders will have to give up their herds and their traditional way of life.

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