With the objective of preparing Puerto Rico and the Caribbean to adapt and prosper in the new era of increasing risk of flooding from storms, tides and rising sea levels; The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust announced the creation of its new program: the Caribbean Center for Sea Level Rise (CCRS). Acclaimed oceanographer John Englander will personally lead the Puerto Rico-based program, with a commitment to developing a local team of experts in collaboration with the Rising Seas Institute, a Florida-based non-profit organization. Among other credentials, Mr. Englander was recruited by the legendary Jacques Cousteau to lead the Cousteau Society shortly before his second death in 1997. In addition, he has to his credit the publication of two books including Moving to Higher Ground: Rising Sea Level and the Path forward ". This new program of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust will further consolidate Puerto Rico's leadership as a center of excellence and innovation.

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