太平洋岛屿在公海上建造防波堤,但专家们怀疑其长期效力。
Pacific islands build seawalls against rising seas, but experts doubt their long-term efficacy.
太平洋岛屿国家正在建造由各种组织供资的防波堤,以防止气候变化导致海平面上升。
Pacific island nations are building seawalls, funded by various organizations, to protect against rising sea levels due to climate change.
专家们指出,虽然海堤提供临时保护,但费用昂贵,可能不是长期解决办法,因为预计海平面将持续上升几个世纪。
Experts suggest that while seawalls offer temporary protection, they are expensive and may not be a long-term solution as sea levels are expected to continue rising for centuries.
正在探索适应的替代战略。
Alternative strategies for adaptation are being explored.