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NEWS: Coastal wetlands are unable to adapt to the rate of sea-level rise and are constrained by infrastructure

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Wetlands, precious ecosystems that shield coastlines, safeguard drinking water from saltwater contamination, and nourish diverse wildlife, face a dire threat from the accelerating pace of sea-level rise, driven by global warming. Wetlands have historically adapted to rising sea levels by expanding upward and inland. However, predictions indicate that the waterline will soon shift far too rapidly for wetlands to keep pace. Consequently, future decades may witness the tragic loss of these vital wetland ecosystems. Wetlands along coastlines have historically played valuable roles for people and wildlife, but are now facing the threat of sea-level rise. As temperatures rise, sea levels are rising at an accelerating rate, and wetlands are unable to keep pace by building upward and migrating inland. This is due to human-induced climate change and the burning of fossil fuels, which has warmed the oceans and melted glaciers. Sea levels are now rising at about 10 millimeters per year, and are
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PROFILE: My journey to Professional Registration - Sibongiseni Mbadamana

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Professional Civil Engineering Technologist, Sibongiseni Mbadamana shares MY JOURNEY TO PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

Please give us a brief summary on your career 

I am a Professional Engineering Technologist (Civil) specializing in Project Management, Bulk Water Supply Infrastructure, Rural and Urban Water Supply Operation and Maintenance and have more than 12 years of working experience in the water and other sectors.

What is your current Professional Registration status? 

Professional Engineering Technologist (Civil) and Candidate Construction Project Manager.

What were your views on Professional Registration before your current status? 

I always thought that registration was only for those working in consulting firms. I held that view until I wanted a change in my career and I could not get many job interviews due to my registration status then.

Have your views on Professional Registration changed since you started this journey?

Yes, they have changed as I have noticed that almost everyone within the sector is required by law to be professionally registered especially if you will be performing in a higher decision-making position.

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How has your career been impacted by your Professional Registration journey? 

It has been positively impacted because ever since my registration, I had to turn down about three interview call outs and declined one offer of employment. If I was not registered, I doubt I would have been considered. My Professional registration is also playing a huge role even on my current role.

Would you advise Construction/Built Environment Professionals to embark on this journey?

Yes. Everyone should get professionally registered as it is very key and it opens up a lot of opportunities and it also motivates one to always conduct themselves professionally and ethically when doing or performing their work.

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