Nantucket debates cost coverage for climate projects as rising sea levels threaten wealthy summer homes.

Nantucket faces challenges in determining who covers costs for climate projects as rising sea levels threaten multimillion-dollar homes. With 70% of island homes owned by part-time residents and thousands of structures at risk, the debate over who pays for climate-related projects continues. Once a whaling hub, Nantucket has transformed into a summer getaway for the wealthy, highlighting the importance of addressing this issue.