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Satellite Data Suggests Sea Level Rise Shifted Into a Faster Gear Around 2012
An analysis presented at the European Geosciences Union meeting suggests global sea level rise accelerated sharply around 2012, potentially reflecting both natural variability and the planet’s faster rate of warming.
Key Takeaways
- Researchers reported a jump in average sea level rise from about 2.9 mm/year before 2012 to 4.1 mm/year afterward.
- The shift may reflect several drivers, including faster ice loss, warmer oceans, and changes in water stored on land.
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