Up to 10,000 people feared dead after devastating floods sweep Libya
NBCMAR 31 2023
Years of conflict in Libya have left its 7M residents vulnerable to the impacts of a changing climate, including droughts, extreme heat, sea-level rise, and food and water insecurity. Over-dependence on oil exports and a lack of investment in agriculture and energy infrastructure have left isolated local governments burdened with the responsibility of securing a livable future in the country.
Libya is politically divided between East and West thanks to the 2011 NATO-backed uprising. Still, though Libya remains in an extreme emergency, both governments are united in sending aid and funds to the affected areas. Additionally, the country is collaborating with the UN to create a bright future with renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and clean water — all of which will contribute to its future political stability.