Why We Need to Get Smarter About Adaptation
Miami has no choice but to adapt to climate change, according to its mayor, Francis Suarez, who considers the city "ground zero" for this issue.
The city's sea-level rise strategy, led by Miami-Dade County, aims to address the problem of living with an extra 60cm of water through measures such as raising land, elevating buildings, and creating flood-absorbing parks.
The city’s primary function is to reassure investors, not secure long-term safety.
Despite a US$400 million resilience bond to fund protective infrastructure, critics argue that the strategy may not provide a permanent solution and carries massive financial costs.
Author's summary: Miami must adapt to climate change due to its vulnerable location.