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Welcome to the Floating City

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Welcome to the Floating City Self-sustaining Marine Habitats for a Changing World Introduction to Floating Cities As the world faces the dual challenges of population growth and climate change, innovative solutions are needed to accommodate urban expansion while minimizing environmental impact. One such solution is the concept of floating smart cities—self-sustaining communities on the water that can adapt to rising sea levels and provide new opportunities for development. Floating smart cities are designed to be dynamic and sustainable, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to ensure self-reliance in energy, water, and food production. These marine habitats aim to address the limitations of traditional land-based cities by expanding habitable areas into the ocean. The Need  Rising Sea Levels Rising sea levels are a significant concern for coastal areas worldwide. As glaciers and ice sheets melt due to global warming, cities risk losing valuable land and infrastructure. F...