Researchers aim to create new islands in Maldives

Researchers from MIT and Invena are experimenting in the Maldives to combat rising sea levels threatening the world's lowest-lying nation, averaging 3.3 feet above sea level. Since 2019, they have tested underwater structures to direct ocean currents and gather sand, aiming to create barriers and potentially new islands. These methods utilize advanced data and technology, contrasting with traditional, costly coastal protection strategies.