Sea level rise

The new report by the UN’s Climate Action Team highlights a number of 'tipping points' that have sparked calls for action "before it is too late"

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A new study reveals that urgent action is needed to protect billions of dollars in real estate investment across South Florida due to impacts of sea level rise over the next several decades. The report casts light on the issues and clarifies the alternatives available to South Florida, which embraces the four counties of Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Together, these counties generate more than $337 billion in personal income annually with a combined real property value assessed…

How much and how fast will global sea level rise? - Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

New research by Rutgers scientists reaffirms that modern sea-level rise is linked to human activities and not to changes in Earth's orbit.

As sea levels rise and the state sinks, how should our buildings adapt to Florida's rising sea levels?

Long Island could be flooded by sea levels two to four feet higher. See how it would impact your community.

The State of Hawaiʻi is addressing climate change adaptation through the development of a Sea Level Rise Vulnerability and Adaptation Report. The interactive mapping viewer visualizes potential impacts from sea level rise.

Cities are sinking due to climate change and human activity.