Climate Change Impacts on the Islands

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Climate Change Impacts the Islands Discussion Consider the following predicted impacts of climate change for the islands of Southeastern Asia.  Impacts on Small Islands

  • Deterioration in coastal conditions (beach erosion and coral bleaching) will likely affect local resources such as fisheries, as well as the value of tourism destinations.
  • Sea level rise is projected to worsen floods and storm surges. These impacts would threaten vital infrastructure, settlements, and facilities that support the livelihood of island communities.
  • Invasion by non-native species is projected to increase with higher temperatures, particularly in mid- and high-latitude islands.