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04 August 2026

• Rising seas are inundating US coastal wetlands, putting many on track to become open water
  Along the three coasts of the contiguous United States, a silent race unfolds. Fueled by climate change, sea levels rise faster than at any time in recent geologic history. Meanwhile, coastal wetlands...
• US researchers tracked nearly 450 coastal wetlands for up to 20 years; 84% were sinking towards open water and only 16% kept pace with rising seas
  A new nationwide study suggests that most coastal wetlands in the contiguous United States are struggling to keep up with rising sea levels. Researchers tracking nearly 450 wetlands for up to 20 years...
• Restored wetlands aren't clear-cut wins against climate change, study suggests
  Wetland restoration is often promoted as a definitive way to support wildlife, improve water quality and help store carbon. However, new research from McGill University suggests the overall climate...
• Wetlands: What You Don’t Know And Why It Matters
  Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover global and domestic health care and conservation. Unique Wetlands Ecosystems Protect Us from Flooding, Filter Our Drinking...
• Gov. Meyer's signature would create a new wetlands program in Delaware
  Gov. Matt Meyer's signature would establish a new wetlands program and permitting process in Delaware, the only Mid-Atlantic state without protection.