Mississippi Delta is at risk, but restoration will create jobs and stimulate the economy

ClimateWire: Re-engineering the Mississippi River will stem catastrophic economic and environmental losses from human development and climate change while raising billions of dollars in value, according to a report released yesterday. The paper, titled "Answering 10 Fundamental Questions about the Mississippi River Delta," highlights the need to protect against land losses and preserve ecosystems along the Gulf Coast. Scientists and engineers from environmental advocacy groups and research institutions contributed...

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