A floating city, the Maldives Floating City, is being constructed in the Indian Ocean to combat rising sea levels in the Maldives. It is a development of modular floating platforms and is expected to be completed in 2027. The city will have 20,000 residents living in 5,000 homes, with residences starting at $250,000 USD.
Key Points
Scheduled to be completed in 2027
20,000 residents living in 5,000 homes
Residences start at $250,000 USD
Response to rising sea levels threatening the Maldives
Pros
Provides a practical solution to rising sea levels in the Maldives
A sustainable and innovative potential solution to climate change
Addresses overcrowding on the mainland
Cons
Potential delays due to political issues between different economic interests