Loss of eco-systems suggests economic impact and losses
New England Fall Colors

• This would compromise the maple syrup industry and beautiful fall colors, both of which make New England famous and a lucrative tourism destination.

• With climate change, there is also likely to be an increase in forest declines and dieback syndromes in some areas due to increased drought, and more frequent or longer outbreaks of herbaceous insects, pests, and diseases, especially along southern boundaries and in drier areas.