If Americans in 2100 came to see 12 meters sea-level rise…

“If Americans in 2100 came to see 12 meters sea-level rise as inevitable by 2200, who can even begin to fathom how the nation would respond?”

Joseph J. Romm

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Future climate impacts may be unimaginable now, demanding proactive planning.

In simple terms: Future climate change is hard to imagine.

Key Takeaway

Plan now for uncertain climate futures.

Themes

climate future planning

Mood

urgent concerned

Type

policy environmental

When to use this quote

government
urban development
disaster preparedness

Key Concepts

environmental science policy

Questions to Reflect On

How can we prepare for unknown futures?
What policies address extreme sea level rise?

A Different Perspective

Uncertainty can stall action.

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