Report or Study: Millions may face protein deficiency as a result of human-caused carbon dioxide emissions
Date: 2017
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If CO2 levels continue to rise, the populations of 18 countries may lose more than 5% of their dietary protein by 2050 due to a decline in the nutritional value of rice, wheat, and other staple crops. Researchers estimate an additional 150 million people may be placed at risk of protein deficiency.
Topics: Public Health
Regions: International
Keywords: public health
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Article Link/URL: https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/EHP41.alt_.pdf