Monday, January 28, 2008

Rising sea levels and the effect on land use, population and economies

A study investigating the implications of rising world sea levels. By taking into account sea level increases of one meter, five meters and ten meters, researchers gauge the effect on land use, population and economics. These predictions are broken down by regions within continents.

Using GIS technology, they also create pretty cool maps.

Here is the link. (PDF)

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