Coastal erosion and sea-level rise are significant challenges posed by climate change, threatening coastal communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems. As global temperatures rise, melting glaciers and thermal expansion of seawater contribute to higher sea levels, exacerbating coastal erosion. Mitigating these impacts requires a combination of strategies focused on both protection and adaptation.
Shoreline stabilization techniques, such as building seawalls, revetments, and groynes, are commonly used to protect vulnerable coastlines from erosion. However, these hard engineering solutions can sometimes disrupt natural processes and ecosystems. In contrast, soft engineering methods like dune restoration, planting vegetation, and creating natural buffers can help restore ecosystems while protecting against erosion. Artificial reefs and mangrove restoration are also increasingly employed to absorb wave energy and stabilize coastal areas.
Long-term mitigation involves planning for managed retreat in highly vulnerable areas and adopting policies that limit development in risk-prone zones. Integrated, sustainable approaches are key to minimizing the impact of coastal erosion and sea-level rise.
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