“Yes, climate risk is raising premiums”
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Home insurance costs have risen sharply in recent years, driven by increased claims from extreme weather events linked to climate change. Insurers face higher payouts for hurricane, flood, and wildfire damage, which they pass on to consumers through premium increases. The debate centers on whether climate change is the primary driver of these costs or one factor among many, including inflation, construction costs, and market consolidation.