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Climate Change Risks Small Islands by 2050
A French study shows that many small islands around the world are threatened with disappearance by 2050 due to three main factors: climate change, land use changes, and biological impacts from non-native species. It is estimated that approximately 836 small islands are at risk of being submerged because of rising sea levels and climate change, especially those that are low-lying and near the equator, which lack sufficient elevation for protection. Climate change, considered the dominant threat in 65% of the studied islands, is the most dangerous factor, followed by land use deterioration (22%), and biological threats (13%). The findings emphasize that protecting these islands requires urgent action to reduce climate impacts and achieve sustainable land use.
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