The rising tide: global warming and world sea levels

This book outlines stat, national, and international actions to respond to the effects of sea level rise and global climate change on coastal communities and ecosystems. The analysis includes: Implications: What will sea level rise mean in terms of damage to human health, property, and natural resources? Federal and state agencies: Who is responsible for coastal policies? Hown can existing programs be used to adapt to sea level rise? International actions: What will sea level rise mean for other countries? How should we model our international efforts? Recommendations: What should the international institutions, the president, Congress, and federal and state governments do now?