Protecting Florida's Ecosystems from Rising Seas | Battleground Everglades

The Everglades, America's largest subtropical wilderness, faces a new and formidable threat—rising sea levels. Join author Charles J. Kopy as he investigates how this vital ecosystem, spanning 1.5 million acres, is under siege. From the expansive mangrove forests to the delicate sawgrass prairies, each unique environment within the Everglades is struggling to adapt to the changes brought by sea level rise. This video explores the comprehensive efforts underway to restore the Everglades and protect it from the escalating impact of climate change. Discover the critical role that mangroves play in defending South Florida's coastline and how the loss of these natural protectors could spell disaster for the region. Learn about the ongoing restoration projects, like the raising of the Tamiami Trail, aimed at bringing much-needed fresh water back to the Everglades. Witness the intricate balance between fresh and saltwater that has allowed the Everglades to thrive for centuries and why its preservation is more crucial than ever. Watch more Battleground Everglades episodes -    • Saving the Florida Everglades | Battlegrou...   -------------------- Subscribe to our channel:    / @southfloridapbs   Follow us on Instagram:   / wpbt2   Follow us on TikTok:   / southfloridapbs   Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/southflorida... We couldn’t do this without you! Support South Florida PBS by donating here: https://bit.ly/SupportSFPBS -------------------- #everglades #floridaeverglades #climatechange #sealevelrise #environmentalimpact #wildlifeconservation #mangroves #naturepreservation #evergladesnationalpark #protectourplanet #climateaction #southflorida #environmentalprotection #biodiversity #sustainablefuture #naturedocumentary