Scenarios about 'sea level rise'
The increase in global ocean levels primarily caused by thermal expansion of warming water and melting ice sheets and glaciers. Sea level rise has occurred naturally throughout Earth's history during interglacial periods, but modern anthropogenic climate change has accelerated the rate significantly, threatening coastal communities, island nations, and ecosystems worldwide with increased flooding, erosion, and habitat loss.
What If Miami Implemented Climate Adaptation Measures Decades Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Miami recognized and acted upon climate change threats in the 1980s, potentially transforming the city into a global model for climate resilience rather than a symbol of climate vulnerability.
What If Nuku'alofa Implemented Different Climate Adaptation Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Tonga's capital pursued an innovative climate resilience path, potentially creating a model for island nations facing sea level rise and extreme weather events.
What If Suva Developed Different Climate Adaptation Measures?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Fiji's capital implemented alternative climate resilience strategies, potentially creating a model for Pacific island adaptation to rising seas and changing weather patterns.
What If Tampa Bay Implemented Different Coastal Development Policies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Tampa Bay adopted restrictive coastal development regulations in the mid-20th century, potentially creating a radically different urban landscape more resilient to climate challenges.
What If Venice Implemented Different Flood Protection Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Venice constructed effective flood protection systems decades before MOSE, potentially saving the city from devastating acqua alta events and changing the trajectory of historic preservation.