Maine coastal marshlands receive $2.8M for preservation and flood protection against climate change impacts.

Maine marsh migration is under threat from climate change as rising sea levels force them to move inland, but limited space and coastal development pose challenges. The Wells Reserve aims to preserve migration spaces, and the town of Wells received $2.8M to conserve marshland and construct a new Drakes Island bridge to protect flood-prone areas. This funding highlights the importance of coastal marshland in mitigating rising sea levels.

August 11, 2024
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