The Submerged Future – Preparing for a world of rising tides.

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The Submerged Future – Preparing for a World with Rising Tides

“In the face of an existential crisis, it’s not only about survival but also resilience and adaptation,” says Dr. Jane Goodall.

“There’s a growing recognition of the fact that sea-level rise is real,” confirms Dr. James Hansen, an esteemed climate scientist and former NASA climatologist

• According to United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), sea levels could rise by up to two meters or more in the next century, based on high greenhouse gas emission scenarios.
• Already witnessing devastating impacts of rising seas
• “We have seen with our own eyes how floods are becoming more frequent and severe,” remarks Sarah Johnson, a climate activist based in Florida.
• Studies suggest that for every degree of global warming, sea level rises by around six inches

“We are at a pivotal point in history where our actions will determine the survival or submersion fate,” remarks Dr. Hansen.

Understanding Our Changing Climate

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• “Over a century, the sea level has risen by less than an inch,” as noted in “The Science Behind Rising Sea Levels” report (IPCC).
• Caused primarily due to thermal expansion of water and melting glaciers from Greenland’s ice caps, among other sources.

“This rate is unprecedented in the historical context,” declares Dr. Hansen, reinforcing concerns about our planet’s rapidly changing climate.
For more information on this topic and understanding why sea levels rise: Read IPCC’s detailed report at [IPCC Sixth Assessment Report here](https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6).

“Effect on Coastal Cities and Infrastructure” (link to a dedicated section) >
A world where flood defenses are as commonplace as traffic lights? The likelihood of submerged urban centers is grim, but it’s not an unattainable scenario.

• “Coastal cities will bear the brunt,” warns Dr. Hansen. – A study in Nature Magazine reveals that New York, Amsterdam, and other densely populated coastal areas face extreme threats to their very existence if measures are not taken urgently
• “Without intervention,” he adds, “the city of Venice could be underwater by 2100.”

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This is a clear call for immediate action.

Visit the full report on Nature’s website [here](https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-7?from=search).

“Coastal Communities in Peril” (link to another section) >
The vulnerability of island nations and low lying regions cannot be overstated. They face an existential threat, which demands global attention.

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• “The Maldives is a case in point,” shares Dr. Alex Thompson from the South Pacific Research Institute for Climate Studies.

“Inhabitants live with an ever-present fear of losing their homeland to rising seas—an emotional and cultural crisis as much about survival.”

“Maldives is a nation in peril,” shares Dr. Thompson, urging for international cooperation on mitigating climate change.

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Adaptive Measures and Climate Resilience

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• “Raising homes” is one approach being explored by urban planners worldwide.
• “Creating floating cities,” as seen in innovative projects like the proposed Venice MOSE, are emerging solutions to this existential threat.”

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“We need a radical rethinking about how we build our communities and infrastructure,” says Professor Sarah Johnson.

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For an in-depth analysis, read her perspective [here](https://www.theconversation.com/climate-change/articles/342819).

“Building a Resilient Society” (link to another section) >
Building resilience in societies involves proactive actions from policy changes, community engagement and innovative technology.

• “A shift towards low-carbon economies” is vital,” states environmental scientist Dr. Emily White in her article [“Embracing a Low Carbon Future”](https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/jun/09/low-carbon-living).
• “Community engagement is the key to effective adaptation,” insists climate activist Sarah Johnson.

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“Our fight against rising seas begins from grassroots movements and shared responsibility,” stresses community leader Kwame Nkrumah in Ghana. “It’s not just a local issue but global.”

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• “Climate justice and equity must be prioritized,” he emphasizes, highlighting the disproportionate impacts faced by marginalized communities.

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