Coastal Communities and Storm Prone Environments

Along with economic, expanding demographics, and societal changes, coastal and storm-prone communities face uncertainty in future climate conditions and the risks of their underlying vulnerability that demands greater focus on critical risk reduction and resiliency solutions.

Innovative solutions in coastal land use, built environment design, natural and advanced hybrid infrastructure, new technologies and ecosystem health are essential to mitigating growing risks, while enhancing the livability of communities, strengthening their economic base and restoring the integrity of natural resources