Maldives and Climate Change

The video explores the Maldives, an island nation facing existential threats from rising sea levels due to climate change. It highlights the impact of global warming, such as coral bleaching and severe erosion, and discusses adaptation strategies like man-made islands and desalination. The video also addresses global responsibility for emissions and innovative solutions like 3D printed coral and floating cities to combat these challenges.

What is the primary threat to the Maldives as discussed in the video?

• Rising sea levels

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

By what year could 80% of the Maldives islands become uninhabitable?

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

• 2030

What major event in 2016 significantly affected the Maldives' coral reefs?

• A tsunami

• A coral bleaching event

• An oil spill

• A volcanic eruption

What percentage of the Maldives' national budget is spent on adapting to climate change?

• 75%

• 50%

• More than 50%

• 25%

What is the name of the man-made island created as a solution to rising sea levels?

• Hulumale

• Male

• Villingili

• Maafushi

What innovative solution is being developed to combat rising sea levels in the Maldives?

• Desert cities

• Sky cities

• Floating cities

• Underwater cities

Which countries are primarily responsible for the emissions causing sea level rise?

• Australia, Canada, Mexico

• Brazil, Russia, South Africa

• China, USA, India

• Maldives, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh

What percentage of wave energy can a healthy coral reef absorb?

• 50%

• 100%

• 97%

• 75%

What is the purpose of 3D printing in coral restoration efforts?

• To create artificial fish

• To print underwater plants

• To print the base for coral fragments

• To print entire coral reefs

What is the main goal of the coral reef hero mentioned in the video?

• To develop new fishing techniques

• To create luxury resorts

• To build new islands

• To educate children about coral preservation