How Rising Sea Levels Could Impact the U.S. Economy

The video discusses the potential impact of rising sea levels on the housing market, emphasizing the long-term horizon of 100 years. It highlights recent trends showing accelerated sea level rise and projects a 6-foot increase over the next century. The economic and community impacts are explored, with a focus on the vulnerability of coastal areas. The video also connects natural disasters like Hurricane Sandy to global warming, predicting more frequent extreme weather events. It identifies cities like New York, Miami, and Boston as high-risk areas, with significant potential property damage and economic loss.

What is the estimated sea level rise over the next 100 years according to scientists?

• 3 feet

• 12 feet

• 6 feet

• 9 feet

How much could sea levels potentially rise in the next 10 to 20 years?

• 7 to 8 feet

• 5 to 6 feet

• 3 to 4 feet

• 1 to 2 feet

Which of the following cities is NOT mentioned as being at risk due to rising sea levels?

• New York

• Boston

• Chicago

• Miami

What is the estimated economic damage due to rising sea levels in the future?

• 1 trillion dollars

• 500 billion dollars

• 1.5 trillion dollars

• 2 trillion dollars

How many cities across the U.S. are expected to lose more than half of their housing stock due to rising sea levels?

• 400 cities

• 300 cities

• 200 cities

• 100 cities