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The Water Will Come (with Sanne Vliegenthart)

No Books on a Dead Planet

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Skepticism Towards Urban Flood Defense Solutions

This chapter explores the costly flood defense projects in cities like Venice and New York, questioning their long-term effectiveness against rising sea levels. It highlights the potential moral implications of constructing barriers that may only shift water problems elsewhere, emphasizing that practical solutions often come with unforeseen consequences.

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