SEA LEVELS RISING FAST

NEW data released yesterday revealed that sea levels in New Zealand were rising some 20 to 30 years faster than previously expected. Based on international emissions reduction policies, global sea levels are expected to rise about 0.6m by the year 2100. However, for large parts of New Zealand this will double to about 1.2m due to land subsidence, said researchers from Victoria University of Wellington. Sea-level rise can be kept to a minimum by enacting policies to meet Paris Agreement targets.