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A private half hour phone consultation about what to expect from rising sea level and how it may affect you, your investments, and your community.

You are bidding on a private 30 minute phone consultation with John Englander, author of the new book High Tide on Main Street: Rising Sea Level and the Coming Coastal Crisis. During this consultation Mr. Englander with guide you on what to expect from rising sea level and how it may affect you, your investments, and your community.

In addition to the phone consultation you will receive an autographed copy of John Englander's new book, High Tide on Main Street: Rising Sea Level and the Coming Coastal Crisis. Jean-Michel Cousteau says "We owe it to ourselves to read this book…." Rising sea level is a new concern about the ocean due to the warming temperatures and melting ice sheets.  Jean-Michel Cousteau has written the forward for long-time colleague John Englander and has also autographed your copy of the book.

About High Tide on Main Street: Rising Sea Level and the Coming Coastal Crisis:

Did you know that...sea level will rise for at least 1,000 years? Shorelines will shift significantly by 2050? Property values may start to decline this decade? Rising sea level is the most profound long-term aspect of climate change. Yet, the public is almost completely unaware of the magnitude of the problem. For three million years sea level regularly moved up and down almost 400 feet with the ice age cycles. Now, after 6,000 years of minimal change, we are entering a new era of rapid sea level rise. In clear, easy-to-understand language, this book explains:

• The science behind sea level rise, plus the myths and partial truths used to confuse the issue. 
• The surprising forces that will cause sea level to rise for 1,000 years, as well as the possibility of catastrophic rise this century.
• Why the devastating economic effects will not be limited to the coasts.
• Why coastal property values will go “underwater” long before the land does, perhaps as early as this decade.
• Five points of “intelligent adaptation” that can help individuals, businesses, and communities protect investments now and in the future.

About John Englander:

John Englander is an author, consultant, and lecturer on climate change and ocean impacts. Combining personal experiences as a noted ocean explorer with expeditions in Antarctica, Greenland, and the High Arctic with the latest research from his scientific network, John’s mission is to be a clear, objective voice on climate change and its effects on our oceans.  In other words - no scientific jargon, no political advocacy -  he just explains the scientific facts and potential impacts in plain English. 

His broad marine science background, coupled with dual majors in Geology and Economics enable him to see the big picture on climate and look ahead to the large scale financial and societal impacts.

John also combines non-profit CEO experience with the insights of a time-tested business entrepreneur.

Item Special Note

Phone consulation will be coordinated directly between the winning bidder and John Englander.

Bidder is responsible for Shipping and Handling fee, which will be added to the winning bid amount. Book will be mailed from California via USPS and billed at standard industry rates. All shipments from Ocean Futures Society are carbon neutral. (If shipment is international, Bidder will also be responsible for any customs fees.)