Ukraine: The Russian Invasion of Ukraine Is Causing an Environmental Crisis, and Experts Say It Could Take Years to Fully Realize the Impact

Mar 10, 2022 | Erica Sweeney, Insider
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In the short term, environmental emergencies could result from damage or disruption to energy or industrial facilities, he said. But long term, he added, the region could see weakened environmental governance, and the conflict's environmental issues could go unaddressed as the government faces multiple problems. "Transboundary disputes" over control of resources like water or risk management of hazardous facilities could happen if Russia permanently occupies more areas of Ukraine, Weir said. The environmental impact beyond the two countries could take years to be fully realized.