Environmental impacts of refugees in West Africa
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The study investigates the spatial and temporal impacts of conflict refugees on renewable natural and human resources in West Africa, highlighting how these populations can burden host ecosystems. By analyzing secondary data and synthesizing existing literature, the research reveals significant connections between environmental degradation and the presence of refugees. It argues for a comprehensive evaluation of these dynamics, emphasizing the need to understand the environmental causes and consequences associated with the influx of refugees in the region.
