How Mauritius, a Small Island Developing State, is adapting to sea level rise
The last report of the IPCC on sea-level change presents dark visions on future sea levels: 95% of the world ocean will probably rise by the end of the 21st century and 70% of coastlines will experience a sea-level change within 20% of the Read More
Negative effects of sea-level rise
Sea level rise will undoubtedly have drastic effects on coastal nations and assets. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres referring to Tuvalu says ‘Rising sea levels threaten to drown this island nation – a sign of what’s in store for us all.’ Around 680 million people Read More
Positive effects of sea-level rise
Sea level rise has been the centre of attention of many scientists in the past few decades. But since the IPCC released its Fourth Assessment Report in 2007, the interest rekindled. As it is, the sea level rose and fell a number of times Read More
