The Maldives： Rising Sea Temperatures May Sink Islands, Threaten Livelihoods ｜ CNA Correspondent from hard coral scientific name Watch Video

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The Maldives faces a multifaceted threat from the looming climate crisis, which is increasingly endangering the islands renowned for their idyllic appeal. Beneath the waters, harsh effects of warming temperatures on marine life and coral reefs are becoming increasingly evident. The disruption of the marine ecosystem in turn poses a significant threat to the livelihoods of many in the archipelago, where fishing is pivotal to the local economy. <br/><br/>In the capital Male, the challenge lies in finding the balance between urbanisation and environmental preservation. Improving waste management is part of the community’s efforts to go green. Across the islands, resorts are stepping up to do their part by adopting solutions such as the use of greenhouses and solar power. Through these vignettes, the episode underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in confronting the climate crisis in the Maldives, offering a glimpse of hope amidst the daunting challenges faced by this island nation. <br/><br/>00:00 Opening Title<br/>00:19 Maldives: at risk of sinking, coral bleaching<br/>03:26 Fishermen's livelihood threatened by declining catch<br/>07:04 Capital Male grapples with rising sea levels<br/>12:29 Reducing pollution and managing recycling<br/>15:00 Resorts adopt environmentally-friendly practices<br/>19:28 President calls on developed nations to act swiftly<br/> <br/>=================<br/>About CNA Correspondent: Highlights of news stories and features by CNA's network of Correspondents based in major cities across the region.<br/>=================<br/>#CNAInsider #CNACorrespondent #Maldives #Tsunami #RisingWaters #ClimateChange #Sustainability <br/><br/>For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER<br/>https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub<br/><br/>Follow CNA INSIDER on:<br/>Instagram: / cnainsider<br/>Facebook: / cnainsider<br/>Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider