Top 5 Nations Threatened By Global Warming

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Ecuador

For Ecuador, the potential effects of global warming could be a matter of life and death. Scientists announced in 2007 that global warming was doing rapid damage to the Andean glaciers; so much so, that their projections saw the complete elimination of these crucial glaciers within the next 30 years. Ecuadorians, much like other Andean nations, rely heavily on glacial melting for drinking water and hydroelectric power. Already plagued by drought and high unemployment, Ecuador can ill afford to suffer any further effects of global warming. Global Top 5s is a monthly feature by RealClearWorld.com powered by Gallup's worldwide research. Learn more at Gallup.com.  

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