Conservation groups tout natural defenses against hurricanes
Studies show areas with natural defenses such as marshes see less damage than areas where they were degraded or removed.
Tag: coastal erosion
An ‘effective and sustainable way’ to protect Florida’s coastline: University of Miami researcher Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos discusses SEAHIVE
Rhode-Barbarigos is part of the university team that developed a perforated, hexagonal concrete unit called SEAHIVE
When does renourishing beaches amount to just pouring money in the ocean?
Treasure Coast governments have spent well over $100 million during the last five years on beach-renourishment work.
Living shorelines help protect Florida’s vanishing landscapes | Letters
The ongoing disappearance of the land at Egmont Key persists at a staggering rate of 4 acres per year due ...
Invest in innovation to reverse damage done to coral reefs, build coastal resilience
Corals play a crucial role in supporting marine biodiversity and protect coastal communities from erosion and storm surges.
Amended bill banning heat protections sent to Florida House; beach renourishment effort stalls
HB 433 would preempt cities and counties from requiring businesses to allow outdoor workers to receive shade and water breaks.
Surfrider Foundation gives Florida a D- grade in coastal management, but South Florida officials disagree
Florida scored 'OK' in sediment management but 'Bad' in coastal armoring, development and sea-level rise.
Barrier islands are first line of protection for Gulf Coast communities
Barrier islands and their intact dunes are our natural fortresses
Can the ‘sand motor’ save West Africa’s eroding coast?
As sea levels rise, engineers are using massive Dutch-inspired sand sculptures to protect shorefront settlements.
Sea otters’ homecoming to a California estuary shows payoff in conservation efforts
Findings show that the erosion of creekbanks and marsh edges in areas with large otter populations has slowed.
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