Rising Waters: Can a Massive Barrier Save Venice from Drowning?

Yale e360
Dec 5, 2017, 6:00 am443 ptsHot
A huge barrier designed to protect Venice from sea level rise and storm surges is set to be operational next year. But the project’s engineering limitations and cost overruns are raising questions about the mega-projects that many coastal cities are hoping can save them. Read more on E360 →

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Rising Waters: Can a Massive Barrier Save Venice from Drowning?

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