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USF hosts second US-Dutch dialogue on climate change listen

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Tags: climate change, dutch, USF, Patel Center for Global Solutions

Mitigating the effects of climate change, such as potential drought and sea level rise is a concern for planners in both the U.S. and the Netherlands. Today at USF, representatives from both countries shared strategies on how to reduce greenhouse gases, adapt for potential salt water intrusion, and make sure coastal communities are resilient and sustainable.

The Netherlands has the world’s largest flood protection project, which means its expertise could be valuable for Americans. Esther...