Greenland is losing ice faster than previously thought.
Why it is true
Recent studies indicate that Greenland's ice sheet is melting at a rate that could contribute to a sea level rise of up to 30 centimeters by 2100, threatening coastal cities worldwide.
Source: Climate Research
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