New Study Warns Global Sea Levels Could Rise Up to 1.9 Meters by 2100

NTU researchers develop an advanced projection method showing higher risks under high-emission scenarios compared to UN estimates.

The NTU study projects a global sea level rise of 0.5 to 1.9 meters by 2100 under high-emission scenarios, exceeding the UN's upper estimate by 0.9 meters.
The research introduces a 'fusion' method combining expert judgment and existing models to address uncertainties in sea level rise projections.
The study emphasizes the importance of considering extreme outcomes, urging policymakers to prepare critical infrastructure accordingly.
Under low-emission scenarios, global sea levels are very likely to rise between 0.3 and 1.0 meters, highlighting the impact of emission pathways.
The findings underscore the urgent need for climate mitigation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect vulnerable coastal communities.