‘Bluelining’ Is the Insurance Industry’s Latest Contribution to Climate Injustice

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Jessica Garcia is a senior policy analyst for climate finance at Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund.

In an era of climate disasters, Americans in vulnerable regions will need to rely more than ever on their home insurance. But as floods, wildfires, and severe storms become more common, a troubling practice known as “bluelining” threatens to leave many communities unable to afford insurance—or obtain it at any price.

In 2024, the national average home insurance cost rose about 23% above the cost of similar coverage last year. Homeowners across more and more states are left grappling with soaring premiums or no insurance options at all. And the lack of federal oversight means there is little uniformity or coordination in addressing these retreats. This situation will demand a radical rethink of how we approach investing in our communities based on climate risks.

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