The investigation revealed that cities are taking vastly different approaches to their preparation, but almost all are continuing to allow unrestricted real estate development and business activity, to the detriment of natural defenses such as wetlands. The disconnect between scientific recommendations and government action, as well as the disconnect between the level of risk and the level of global action and investment, presents a major concern for the destiny of coastal cities. The homes of millions of people and the economic centers of many countries are thus at risk of under preparation.
Visit the project website to read reports from each of the cities. hunbiasthenews.org/sinking-cities/
Photo credit: Walker Gawande
AWARDS
This investigation won the 2023 Climate Journalism Award in the Emerging Talent Category.
