Should the Maldives be creating new land? But many are concerned that these efforts risk harming the paradise they aims to protect
The Maldives are racing to reclaim vast amounts of land to combat rising sea levels
As climate change leads to sea level rise, low-lying island nations like the Maldives are facing an existential threat. One solution is to 'reclaim' land by relocating sediment from the ocean floor. This can provide more space for development and increase resilience to rising oceans. But many are concerned about the environmental and social impacts of such projects. In this film we explore the process, the impacts and the uncertainties around this race to adapt.
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doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-024-01228-9
This story originally appeared on: Nature - Author:Shamini Bundell
