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Rising Sea Level and
the Coming Coastal Crisis

by John Englander
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"Presents sea level rise from a global interdisciplinary perspective that makes clear the economic, political, legal, and other challenges we face in beginning the necessary adaptations now"

— Richard Hildreth, Kliks Professor of Law and Director, University of Oregon Ocean and Coastal Law Center
"Well done merging of science, policy and human behavior. This book accurately portrays the science, along with the mitigation and adaptation options."

— Dr. Larry Atkinson, Professor of Oceanography, Old Dominion University
"John Englander’s writing is clear and accessible, employing vivid metaphors and avoiding technical jargon, making it easy to grasp a fascinating scientific story of urgent importance for our time."

— Dr. Ben Strauss of Climate Central
"An excellent read. This book provides a synthesis of the state-of-the-art scientific understandings of sea level- past, present and future, and paints a clear picture of the implications for us and for future generations."

— Dr. Ralph Rayner, Editor in Chief, Journal of Operational Oceanography; Professor, London School of Economics
"John Englander spells out in accessible, often personal style, the science, the risks, the impacts, and the long-term implications."

— Sir Crispin Tickell, former President, Royal Geographical Society (UK)
"We owe it to ourselves to read this book and learn all that we can to be actively engaged in a sustainable future. With knowing comes caring, with caring comes hope and with hope the possibility of a better future."

— Jean-Michel Cousteau President of Ocean Futures Society

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An interdisciplinary course on sea level rise causes, effects and adaptation

Rising Sea Level is the most profound long-term aspect of climate change. Yet, the public is almost completely unaware of the magnitude of the problem. For three million years sea level regularly moved up and down almost 400 feet with the ice age cycles. Now, after 6,000 years of minimal change, we are entering a new era of rapid sea level rise.

In this Collegiate Edition of the acclaimed “High Tide on Main Street,” the reader will learn:

The science behind sea level rise, plus the myths and partial truths used to confuse the issue.
The surprising forces that will cause sea level to rise for 1,000 years, as well as the possibility of catastrophic rise this century.
Why the devastating economic effects will not be limited to the coasts.
Why coastal property values will go “underwater” long before the land does, perhaps as early as this decade.
Five points of “intelligent adaptation” that can help individuals, businesses, and communities protect investments now and in the future.

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Rising Sea Level has been used in a wide variety of courses, including archaeology, anthropology, architecture and environmental planning. Given the wide ranging effects of rising sea levels, the coming changes will have vast effects on and is applicable to finance, law, engineering,

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Introduction
Preface (video)
Foreword to the Digital Edition: Bill McKibben
Foreword to the Print Edition: Jean-Michel Cousteau
Introduction: Governor Christine Todd Whitman

Chapter 1: The Big Picture
Aboard the Titanic
Earth’s 612-foot Elevator
Summary of Key Concepts

Chapter 2: Timescale is Key
A Billion to a Million Years Ago
A Million to 6,000 Years Ago
Past 6,000 to 8,000 Years
The Present and Future (2000-3000 A.D.)
Summary of Key Concepts

Chapter 3: Scientific Truths (sample chapter)
On Thinning Ice
CO2 and You
Summary of Key Concepts

Chapter 4: Sources of Confusion
Sources of Confusion
Why Projections Underestimate
Summary of Key Concepts

Chapter 5: The Impacts
A Few Feet–What’s the Big Deal?
Miami, Manila and much more
Property Values Go Underwater
Summary of Key Concepts

Chapter 6: What We Can Do
Defend or Retreat
Intelligent Adaptation
New Technology and Political Will
Moving to Higher Ground
Summary of Key Concepts

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Testimonials

“A careful, clear, and absolutely devastating portrait of our folly!”
~ Bill McKibben, Founder of 350.org, author, Eaarth

“This brilliantly-written book commands our attention to the challenges we face as sea level rises at rates unknown to modern humankind. Englander manages to capture the grand sweep of sea level rise over geologic history while also presenting projected future changes in ways that are very convincing, and daunting. It is a pleasure to recommend this very readable and persuasive book.”
~ Dr. Robert W. Corell, lead author, U.S. National Climate Assessment; former assistant director for geosciences, National Science Foundation

“‘High Tide on Main Street’ is a courageous book that looks squarely in the face of a problem far greater than most of us dare to imagine. John Englander’s writing is clear and accessible, employing vivid metaphors and avoiding technical jargon, making it easy to grasp a fascinating scientific story of urgent importance for our time.”
~ Dr. Ben Strauss of Climate Central

“Englander provides us a fair warning. Disastrous collapse of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets can be avoided only if the public pressures our ... leaders to rapidly phase out fossil fuels.”
~ Dr. James Hansen, renowned climatologist; former Director of NASA’s Goddard Institute of Space Studies

“Read this book... the clearest statement to date about the frightful reality of accelerating sea level rise and the catastrophic impacts... a crisis beyond anything civilization has encountered. Englander shows what we must begin doing now to slow this change, and examines the adaptation options we have for our communities, countries and earth.”
~ Dr. Harold R. Wanless, Chair of Department of Geological Sciences, University of Miami

“If you own coastal property or know someone who does, you better read this now! The time coastal property values start collapsing is nigh.”
~ Joseph Romm, Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress; Editor, ClimateProgress.org

“An excellent read. This book provides a synthesis of the state-of-the-art scientific understandings of sea level— past, present and future, and paints a clear picture of the implications for us and for future generations.”
~ Dr. Ralph Rayner, Editor in Chief, Journal of Operational Oceanography; Professor, London School of Economics

“We owe it to ourselves to read this book and learn all that we can to be actively engaged in a sustainable future. With knowing comes caring, with caring comes hope and with hope the possibility of a better future.”
~ Jean-Michel Cousteau President of Ocean Futures Society

“John Englander provides a clear picture of climate change with an emphasis on sea level rise and its implications for our future. If you live on or near a coast or if you enjoy the beach, this is a must read for a deeper appreciation of the damages being done by our fossil fuel addiction.”
~ Larry Schweiger, President National Wildlife Federation

“Sea level rise has important implications for the wide range of industries that depend on ports and coastal infrastructure. ‘High Tide on Main Street’ brings sea level rise into focus now, for the coming decades, and beyond that will be critical for ocean business community planning and adaptation.”
~ Paul Holthus, Executive Director, World Ocean Council

“In the current debate on climate change, or rather climate destabilization, relatively little is usually said about the inexorable rise in sea levels. Here short term remedies are impossible. In ‘High Tide on Main Street’ John Englander spells out in accessible, often personal style, the science, the risks, the impacts, and the long-term implications.”
~ Sir Crispin Tickell, former President, Royal Geographical Society (UK)

“Well done merging of science, policy and human behavior. This book accurately portrays the science, along with the mitigation and adaptation options.”
~ Dr. Larry Atkinson, Professor of Oceanography, Old Dominion University

“An easy-to-read, but disturbing analysis of the impacts of sea level rise now and way into the future. Compulsory reading for all who live on or near the world’s coasts.”
~ Dr. Leonard Berry, Director, Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies

“John Englander has made a complex subject accessible and interesting. ‘High Tide on Main Street’ illuminates inspirational examples of how various communities and organizations are facing this challenge and converting it into real opportunities to enhance our community and economic resilience.”
~ Margaret A. Davidson, Acting Director, NOAA’s Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management

“John Englander’s ‘High Tide on Main Street’ presents sea level rise from a global interdisciplinary perspective that makes clear the economic, political, legal, and other challenges we face in beginning the necessary adaptations now.”
~ Richard Hildreth, Kliks Professor of Law and Director, University of Oregon Ocean and Coastal Law Center

“...First time anyone has clearly explained that greenhouse gases are not just accelerating climate change, but have actually changed the natural ice age cycles of the last three million years, and why that should matter “
~ Daniel Kreeger, Executive Director, Association of Climate Change Officers

Videos & Tours

Preface | 3 min
Video introduction of Rising Sea Levels
Author John Englander provides a video introduction to "Rising Sea Levels," the collegiate textbook version of "High Tide on Mainstreet" on the Trubooks eLearning platform.

Presentation | 11 min
Sea level rise - fact & fiction
Author John Englander's 2014 Tedx talk on rising sea levels and explains why it is unstoppable, regardless of efforts to be 'green' and sustainable.

John Englander

President, International Sea Level Institute

[email protected]
Office: +1 561.299.5920
Skype: johnenglander

John Englander is an oceanographer, consultant and sea level rise expert. His broad marine science background coupled with degrees in geology and economics allows him to see the big picture on climate and look ahead to the large-scale financial and societal impacts, particularly as they relate to sea level rise. He brings the diverse points of view of an industry scientist, entrepreneur and CEO.

For over 30 years, he has been a leader in both the private sector and the non-profit arena, serving as CEO for such noteworthy organizations as The Cousteau Society and The International SeaKeepers Society. As the Founder of the Rising Seas Group, he works with businesses, government agencies, and communities helping them understand the financial risks of sea level rise.

His best selling book, High Tide On Main Street: Rising Sea Level and the Coming Coastal Crisis, clearly explains the science behind sea level rise, the impending devastating economic impacts and the "intelligent adaptation" that all businesses and coastal communities must consider today.

Mr. Englander’s recent media appearances include MSNBC, Fox Business Channel, Al Jazeera America, ABC, CCTV (China), National Public Radio (NPR), and SkyNews TV-UK. He has been featured in USA Today, Huffington Post, the San Francisco Chronicle, and Publisher’s Weekly.

Visit Mr. Englander’s website on sea level rise.

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A careful, clear, and absolutely devastating portrait of our folly!”
~ Bill McKibben, Founder of 350.org, author, Eaarth

“This brilliantly-written book commands our attention to the challenges we face as sea level rises at rates unknown to modern humankind. Englander manages to capture the grand sweep of sea level rise over geologic history while also presenting projected future changes in ways that are very convincing, and daunting. It is a pleasure to recommend this very readable and persuasive book.”
~ Dr. Robert W. Corell, lead author, U.S. National Climate Assessment; former assistant director for geosciences, National Science Foundation

“‘High Tide on Main Street’ is a courageous book that looks squarely in the face of a problem far greater than most of us dare to imagine. John Englander’s writing is clear and accessible, employing vivid metaphors and avoiding technical jargon, making it easy to grasp a fascinating scientific story of urgent importance for our time.”
~ Dr. Ben Strauss of Climate Central

“Englander provides us a fair warning. Disastrous collapse of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets can be avoided only if the public pressures our ... leaders to rapidly phase out fossil fuels.”
~ Dr. James Hansen, renowned climatologist; former Director of NASA’s Goddard Institute of Space Studies

“Read this book... the clearest statement to date about the frightful reality of accelerating sea level rise and the catastrophic impacts... a crisis beyond anything civilization has encountered. Englander shows what we must begin doing now to slow this change, and examines the adaptation options we have for our communities, countries and earth.”
~ Dr. Harold R. Wanless, Chair of Department of Geological Sciences, University of Miami

“If you own coastal property or know someone who does, you better read this now! The time coastal property values start collapsing is nigh.”
~ Joseph Romm, Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress; Editor, ClimateProgress.org

“An excellent read. This book provides a synthesis of the state-of-the-art scientific understandings of sea level— past, present and future, and paints a clear picture of the implications for us and for future generations.”
~ Dr. Ralph Rayner, Editor in Chief, Journal of Operational Oceanography; Professor, London School of Economics

“We owe it to ourselves to read this book and learn all that we can to be actively engaged in a sustainable future. With knowing comes caring, with caring comes hope and with hope the possibility of a better future.”
~ Jean-Michel Cousteau President of Ocean Futures Society

“John Englander provides a clear picture of climate change with an emphasis on sea level rise and its implications for our future. If you live on or near a coast or if you enjoy the beach, this is a must read for a deeper appreciation of the damages being done by our fossil fuel addiction.”
~ Larry Schweiger, President National Wildlife Federation

“Sea level rise has important implications for the wide range of industries that depend on ports and coastal infrastructure. ‘High Tide on Main Street’ brings sea level rise into focus now, for the coming decades, and beyond that will be critical for ocean business community planning and adaptation.”
~ Paul Holthus, Executive Director, World Ocean Council

“In the current debate on climate change, or rather climate destabilization, relatively little is usually said about the inexorable rise in sea levels. Here short term remedies are impossible. In ‘High Tide on Main Street’ John Englander spells out in accessible, often personal style, the science, the risks, the impacts, and the long-term implications.”
~ Sir Crispin Tickell, former President, Royal Geographical Society (UK)

“Well done merging of science, policy and human behavior. This book accurately portrays the science, along with the mitigation and adaptation options.”
~ Dr. Larry Atkinson, Professor of Oceanography, Old Dominion University

“An easy-to-read, but disturbing analysis of the impacts of sea level rise now and way into the future. Compulsory reading for all who live on or near the world’s coasts.”
~ Dr. Leonard Berry, Director, Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies

“John Englander has made a complex subject accessible and interesting. ‘High Tide on Main Street’ illuminates inspirational examples of how various communities and organizations are facing this challenge and converting it into real opportunities to enhance our community and economic resilience.”
~ Margaret A. Davidson, Acting Director, NOAA’s Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management

“John Englander’s ‘High Tide on Main Street’ presents sea level rise from a global interdisciplinary perspective that makes clear the economic, political, legal, and other challenges we face in beginning the necessary adaptations now.”
~ Richard Hildreth, Kliks Professor of Law and Director, University of Oregon Ocean and Coastal Law Center

“...First time anyone has clearly explained that greenhouse gases are not just accelerating climate change, but have actually changed the natural ice age cycles of the last three million years, and why that should matter “
~ Daniel Kreeger, Executive Director, Association of Climate Change Officers

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Rising Sea Level and the Coming Coastal Crisis
Originally published: 2015
Last updated: 2015
ISBN: 978-1-63097-012-3
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