Yes, 2016 is in the rear view. But it shouldn’t be. If it seems like Haiti has a disproportionate number of natural disasters, you’re right. But it’s more than just bad luck or lousy geographical positioning (tornado alley anyone?). Some (too much) of the damage, death, and suffering is man-made. The cause. Deforestation. Moreover, global warming climate experts have warned us about the increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes from this day forward. According to the World Bank, Haiti has less than 4% tree coverage as of 2015. Why? … Read More