All posts in Sea level rise
‘Enhanced weathering’ to trap CO2 may harm peat soils
It's hoped that adding basalt rock to peat soils may boost CO2 absorption and improve crop yields. New research suggests it may not work.
Russia’s isolation over Ukraine puts climate science at risk
Science diplomacy and collaboration, the cornerstones of climate action in the Arctic, are damaged by broken ties with Russia.
Insurers need to rise to the challenges of climate change
Business models across the industry must adapt to the effects of climate change on lives and property, experts stress.
Sea levels began to rise during the Industrial Revolution
The global rate of sea-level rise from 1940 to 2000 was faster than all previous 60-year intervals over the past 2,000 years.
Rising sea levels may threaten most of Africa’s heritage sites by 2050
Among the most exposed cultural sites are the iconic ruins of Tipasa in Algeria and Saloum Delta in Senegal and Kunta Kinteh in Gambia.
The US will see a marked rise in sea level within decades
Many major metropolitan areas on the East Coast are going to be increasingly at risk.