Sea level rise is one of the largest climate change hazards facing New Zealand - but new research suggests that many Kiwis don't have an accurate picture of the risk. Photo / Mark MitchellSea level rise is one of the largest climate change hazards facing New Zealand - but new research suggests that many Kiwis don't have an accurate picture of the risk. Photo / Mark MitchellSea level rise is one of the largest climate change hazards facing New Zealand – but new research suggests that many Kiwis don't have an accurate picture of the risk. A new study, just published in the scientific journal PLOS ONE, has indicated nearly one in five Kiwis may over-estimate the projected amount of sea level rise this century. Asked to identify and rank the major causes of sea-level rise from a 10-item list, 28.7 per cent put melting sea ice, which does not directly contribute to sea-level rise, first.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 12, 2021 23:15 UTC