Australia: Top scientists warn of catastrophic rise in sea levels

Several of Australia’s most pre-eminent climate change scientists have given evidence to a federal parliamentary committee in Hobart.

The committee is investigating the impacts of climate change on Australia’s coastal communities.


Scientists from the CSIRO and the Antarctic Climate and Ecosystems Cooperative Research Centre gave evidence on Wednesday afternoon.

They have reiterated the need for drastic action to stop a catastrophic rise in sea levels.

Dr John Church told the committee a sea level rise of 80 to 90 centimetres by 2100 seems likely.

He says strong action now will not stop significant coastal disruption.

ABC (Australia)