Sea Levels Are Rising Faster Than Scientists Previously Estimated

The UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released a report predicting significant ocean rise and loss of coastal wetlands by 2100 if current practices continue. The report, contributed to by over 100 scientists from 36 countries, emphasizes the importance of meeting the 2015 Paris Agreement goals to preserve ecosystems. Despite 186 countries agreeing to the treaty, the US plans to exit in 2020.

Who contributed to the new climate change report?

• Environmental activists from 20 countries

• Economists from 10 countries

• Scientists from 36 countries

• Politicians from 50 countries

What is the predicted rise in ocean levels by the year 2100 if current trends continue?

• 1 foot

• 2 feet

• 4 feet

• 3 feet

What percentage of coastal wetlands could be lost due to climate change?

• 10 to 50%

• 20 to 90%

• 30 to 70%

• 40 to 80%

What is the significance of the 2015 Paris Agreement according to the report?

• It promotes deforestation

• It encourages the use of fossil fuels

• It focuses on preserving ecosystems and livelihoods

• It aims to increase industrial production

How many countries have formally agreed to the Paris Agreement?

• 150 countries

• 160 countries

• 176 countries

• 186 countries