Two degrees warmer: what it would look like in WellingtonWellington at the present day, 1 degree warmer than pre-industrial levels, compared with Wellington at 2 degrees warmer than pre-industrial levels. VICTORIA UNIVERSITY This digitally altered image shows Wellington at 2 degrees warmer than pre-industrial levels. Government workers could paddle to the steps of the Beehive, as water would surround Parliament if sea levels rise by 1.5 metres, say researchers. By the year 2100, the sea level is projected to be up to 1.5 metres higher than it is now. The latest science says that by the year 2100, the sea level is projected to be as much as 1.5 metres higher than it is now.

Source: Stuff June 30, 2016 05:47 UTC