If climate change takes place, just what will the impact be on the economy, environment, and health? While many interest groups will claim a near-apocalyptic future if the climate changes, reality is much more nuanced.

In the past the climate has been warmer and cooler. Depending on the region one occupies the warm or cool weather may actually be beneficial. In the topic pages below, we explore some of the evidence out there on how climate change can impact our world.