The Threat of Climate Change on World Heritage Sites

🌍World heritage sites are at risk due to climate change, impacting our understanding of human history.

🌊Rising sea levels and erosion threaten coastal heritage sites, such as Easter Island and Kilwa Kisiwani.

🕌Historic sites like the Mosque City of Bagerhat are threatened by high concentrations of salt in soil and water.

🏰El Niño weather events and rising groundwater levels pose risks to Chan Chan, the capital of the Chimu civilization.

☔️Increased rainfall due to climate change is putting Edinburgh's heritage site at risk of landslides and collapse.

Why are world heritage sites at risk?

—Climate change factors such as rising sea levels, erosion, extreme weather events, and increased precipitation endanger these sites.

How are heritage sites in coastal areas affected?

—Coastal heritage sites are at risk of erosion and damage from rising sea levels and stronger waves.

What threatens the Mosque City of Bagerhat?

—The city is threatened by high concentrations of salt in the soil and water, causing structural deterioration.

What risks does Chan Chan face?

—El Niño weather events, increased rainfall, and rising groundwater levels pose risks to the stability of Chan Chan's structures.

Why is Edinburgh's heritage site in danger?

—Increased rainfall due to climate change is causing landslides and may lead to the collapse of the structure.

00:00World heritage sites are at risk as the climate emergency threatens their survival.

01:11Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and Kilwa Kisiwani are experiencing erosion and damage from rising sea levels.

02:47The Mosque City of Bagerhat is threatened by high concentrations of salt in the soil and water.

03:37Chan Chan, the capital of the Chimu civilization, faces risks from El Niño weather events and rising groundwater levels.

04:24Edinburgh's heritage site is in danger due to increased rainfall and the resulting landslides.