Tuvalu's digital twin: As an island nation is at risk of disappearing under the South Pacific, its digital twin may preserve statehood but will prove to be an imperfect copy.

  • Published In: Architectural Review, 2026, n. 2. P. 106 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Verzier, Marina Otero 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Tuvalu's existential threat from rising sea levels and its innovative response through the creation of a digital twin to preserve statehood. Vaiaoga Lameko from the Climate Change Department highlights the flooding issues caused by saltwater intrusion, while the Tuvalu Water Security Project aims to provide clean drinking water. As Tuvalu faces potential submergence, the government plans to migrate its identity and governance to the cloud, ensuring sovereignty despite physical loss. This digital transformation raises concerns about data sovereignty, colonial legacies, and the implications of relying on technology to manage the impacts of climate change. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Architectural Review. 2026/02, Issue 2, p106
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geography and Cartography
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0003-861X
  • Accession Number:191316219
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