Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pau Luque, Lluis Gomez-Pujol, Francesca Ribas, Albert Falques, Marta Marcos, Alejandro Orfila
Summary: Shoreline position is an important parameter for studying beach state and its response to external forcing. This study derives a general equation for shoreline evolution using equilibrium beach profiles and evaluates the impact of sea-level rise and wave and sea-level forcing. The results show the need to consider the emerged beach area subject to marine forcing and highlight the potential variation in shoreline recession rates for narrow beaches. Additionally, the uncertainty in selecting the landward boundary of the active profile can have a significant impact on shoreline evolution, but this uncertainty can be reduced by using instantaneous forcing conditions instead of arbitrary emerged/submerged profile boundaries.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ahmad Hadi Mohamed Rashidi, Mohamad Hidayat Jamal, Mohamad Zaki Hassan, Siti Salihah Mohd Sendek, Syazana Lyana Mohd Sopie, Mohd Radzi Abd Hamid
Summary: The shoreline of Malaysia is facing threats of coastal erosion and sea-level rise. The National Coastal Erosion Study, 2015 reported that 15% of the 8840 km shoreline is currently eroding. The Study of Sea Level Rise in Malaysia, 2017 presented an average yearly sea-level increase of 0.67-0.74 mm. Hard structures and adaptation approaches are effective protection measures.
Article
Oceanography
Nekeisha Spencer, Eric Strobl, Alrick Campbell
Summary: Sandy beaches in the Caribbean, crucial for tourism, are at risk due to climate-change-induced sea level rise. This study quantifies the impact of climate change on sandy beaches and beach tourism losses in the region. Results show significant reductions in beaches, hotel rooms, and tourism revenue, with heterogeneity across islands. Beach nourishment is identified as a potentially affordable adaptation strategy.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Gary Griggs, Borja G. Reguero
Summary: The Earth's changing climate is causing ice sheets and glaciers to melt, leading to rising coastal hazards and sea levels. Coastal areas with a total population of over 300 million people, including 20 megacities, are among the most vulnerable to climate change impacts. Sea-level rise, combined with other factors, could lead to the displacement of hundreds of millions of people, with significant global impacts.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sourav Samanta, Sugata Hazra, Jon R. French, Robert J. Nicholls, Partho P. Mondal
Summary: In this paper, we conduct simulations to explore the potential evolution of the Indian Sundarbans mangroves under various scenarios of sea-level rise and consider the impacts of inundation and shoreline erosion. The results show significant mangrove decline in all cases, with greater losses as sea level rises. It is estimated that by the end of the century, the Indian Sundarbans mangroves could lose between 42% and 80% of their current area if current management practices continue.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. L. Zeigler, B. T. Gutierrez, E. E. Lentz, N. G. Plant, E. J. Sturdivant, K. S. Doran
Summary: Forecasting biogeomorphological conditions for barrier islands is crucial for sea-level rise planning. This study combined probabilistic models to predict the changes and implications of sea-level rise on Fire Island, New York. The results showed that Fire Island may become flatter, narrower, and more prone to storm overwash. Beach ecosystems would dynamically respond to sea-level rise and migrate with the shoreline, while marshes would experience the most significant loss in area. However, storms could potentially create suitable conditions for nesting piping plovers, despite slight declines in their habitat due to shoreline change.
Article
Soil Science
Xiangwei Zhao, Xiaodong Zhang, Zimin Li, Lukas Van Zwieten, Yidong Wang, Qian Hao, Yuqiu Wei, Xiangbin Ran, Xiaomin Yang, Zhaoliang Song, Hailong Wang
Summary: The effects of sea level rise on the biogeochemical cycling of Si in coastal wetlands are still poorly understood. This study found that the content of labile Si was lower in sediments compared to soils. The main contributor to labile Si in sediments was phytoliths and diatoms. The storage of labile Si in sediment was significantly lower than in soil, indicating that coastal wetlands are an important source of Si to the estuary.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Pablo Fraile-Jurado, Maria C. Villarin, Stephen B. Leatherman, Miguel Fernandez-Diaz
Summary: This paper evaluates three temporal mapping approaches for predicting Sea Level Rise (SLR) in Southern Miami-Dade County, Florida. These approaches either integrate multiple scenarios or calculate time ranges to predict SLR, indicating significant coastal inundation by SLR in Miami by the second half of the 21st century.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Pattrakorn Nidhinarangkoon, Sompratana Ritphring, Kanon Kino, Taikan Oki
Summary: This study was conducted in Phuket, which contributes 15% of the nation's GDP from tourism industry. Shoreline changes in beach areas were analyzed using the CoastSat open-source software and satellite imagery API. Future shoreline recession was projected based on field observation data and sea level rise scenarios. The study found mild erosion in eight locations from 2013 to 2021, with average shoreline change ranging from -4.10 to 5.47 m/year. The projection also indicated possible complete loss of 20 and 32 beaches under SSP1 2.6 and SSP5 8.5, respectively. Human activities such as coastal urbanization and development of structures along the coast were found to influence beach morphology. The study discusses the effectiveness of current coastal protection structures and proposes future management strategies.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Jairo E. Cueto, Luis J. Otero Diaz, Silvio R. Ospino-Ortiz, Alec Torres-Freyermuth
Summary: This study investigates the role of morphodynamic changes in the flooding of a micro-tidal dissipative beach for both current and sea level rise scenarios. It suggests that ignoring beach morphodynamics can lead to an underestimation of flooding. The study also finds that beach erosion and flooding are intensified by sea level rise, especially when extreme events occur simultaneously with high tides.
NATURAL HAZARDS AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Shuai Xiao, Keiko Udo, Yi Zhang
Summary: Beach loss caused by sea level rise is a severe issue worldwide, and China's long coastline with a dense population and developed economy is also affected. This study developed a database of beach length and width along the Chinese coast and projected the future beach loss using future sea level rise datasets. The worst-case projections show that 43% of the sandy beach coastline in China will lose all the beaches, highlighting the need for adaptation measures for coastal management.
COASTAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Renee O. Setter, Rachael X. Han, Kammie-Dominique Tavares, Conrad Newfield, Alice Terry, Isabella M. Roberson, Nori Tarui, Makena Coffman
Summary: Sea level rise is projected to impact one billion people by 2100. Coastal communities facing exposure risk and increased hazards should consider retreat as a long-term option. This research analyzes the costs and benefits of different retreat approaches at a beach in Hawaii, finding that a threshold-based approach offers the most advantages in terms of maintaining beach area while mitigating risks.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pau Luque, Lluis Gomez-Pujol, Marta Marcos, Alejandro Orfila
Summary: The study quantifies the potential impacts of sea-level rise on coastal flooding and beach erosion in the Balearic Islands in the Western Mediterranean Sea. It highlights the significant effects of climate change driven by human activities on the region.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Magnus Hieronymus, Ola Kalen
Summary: The current coastal spatial planning in Sweden fails to consider the uncertainties and time dependence of sea level rise, resulting in inaccurate flood risk assessments. The study finds that extreme events dominate flood risk for shorter planning periods, while the risk of high sea level rise becomes more important for longer planning periods.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Curt D. Peterson, Don J. Pettit, Kara Kingen, Sandy Vanderburgh, Chuck Rosenfeld
Summary: The study analyzed the U.S. Pacific Northwest coastline to predict potential beach erosion from sea level rise in the next 100 years. The findings suggest that around 90% of PNW beaches are projected to be affected by 1.0 meter sea level rise.
Article
Geography, Physical
Stefano Nativi, Mattia Santoro, Gregory Giuliani, Paolo Mazzetti
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DIGITAL EARTH
(2020)
Article
Geography, Physical
Anthony Lehmann, Stefano Nativi, Paolo Mazzetti, Joan Maso, Ivette Serral, Daniel Spengler, Aidin Niamir, Ian McCallum, Pierre Lacroix, Petros Patias, Denisa Rodila, Nicolas Ray, Gregory Giuliani
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DIGITAL EARTH
(2020)
Review
Geography, Physical
Maria Teresa Miranda Espinosa, Gregory Giuliani, Nicolas Ray
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DIGITAL EARTH
(2020)
Article
Geography, Physical
Anthony Lehmann, Joan Maso, Stefano Nativi, Gregory Giuliani
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DIGITAL EARTH
(2020)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Theodore Panagou, Emmanouil Oikonomou, Thomas Hasiotis, Adonis F. Velegrakis
Article
Engineering, Ocean
Thomas Hasiotis, Iason-Zois Gazis, Marianthi Anastasatou, Evangelia Manoutsoglou, Adonis F. Velegrakis, Vasileios Kapsimalis, Aikaterini Karditsa, Michael Stamatakis
Summary: This study reveals the potential of exploitable marine aggregate deposits around Lesvos Island for beach replenishment purposes. The findings show that there are sands suitable for nourishment schemes, which can be used for eroded beaches or artificial beach development. Prioritization of specific areas for detailed surveying is recommended, taking into account environmental constraints and human activities.
MARINE GEORESOURCES & GEOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Christophe F. Randin, Michael B. Ashcroft, Janine Bolliger, Jeannine Cavender-Bares, Nicholas C. Coops, Stefan Dullinger, Thomas Dirnboeck, Sandra Eckert, Erle Ellis, Nestor Fernandez, Gregory Giuliani, Antoine Guisan, Walter Jetz, Stephane Joost, Dirk Karger, Jonas Lembrechts, Jonathan Lenoir, Miska Luoto, Xavier Morin, Bronwyn Price, Duccio Rocchini, Michael Schaepman, Bernhard Schmid, Peter Verburg, Adam Wilson, Paul Woodcock, Nigel Yoccoz, Davnah Payne
REMOTE SENSING OF ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Remote Sensing
Gregory Giuliani, Bruno Chatenoux, Thomas Piller, Frederic Moser, Pierre Lacroix
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATION AND GEOINFORMATION
(2020)
Article
Remote Sensing
Gregory Giuliani, Paolo Mazzetti, Mattia Santoro, Stefano Nativi, Joost Van Bemmelen, Guido Colangeli, Anthony Lehmann
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATION AND GEOINFORMATION
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Olympos Andreadis, Antonis Chatzipavlis, Thomas Hasiotis, Isavela Monioudi, Evangelia Manoutsoglou, Adonis Velegrakis
Summary: This study proposes an integrated methodological framework for evaluating the socio-economic significance and vulnerability of island beaches to sea level rise, as well as designing effective adaptation measures. The framework involves four steps to prioritize adaptation responses for vulnerable beaches, providing a structured approach for assessing and responding to erosion. The methodology was successfully applied to the Greek island of Chios, showcasing its effectiveness in addressing beach erosion.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Water Resources
Nada Joumar, Soumaya Nabih, Antonis Chatzipavlis, Adonis Velegrakis, Thomas Hasiotis, Ourania Tzoraki, Jamal Eddine Stitou El Messari, Lahcen Benaabidate
Summary: This study utilized the SWAT model to simulate the hydrological behavior of an adjacent intermittent river in Northern Crete and combined it with optical data analysis from a monitoring system. The results successfully classified and identified coastal plumes, validating the accuracy of the SWAT model and suggesting room for improvement with the collection of ground truth data.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pascal Peduzzi, Adonis Velegrakis, Bruno Chatenoux, Marisol Estrella, Theofanis Karambas
Summary: This study investigates the trend of beach erosion in the Negril region of Jamaica and quantifies the role of coastal and marine ecosystems in mitigating this erosion. The study finds that wider coral reefs and seagrass meadows can reduce beach erosion.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Bocar Sy, Corine Frischknecht, Hy Dao, David Consuegra, Gregory Giuliani
HYDROLOGY AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Gregory Giuliani, Bruno Chatenoux, Antonio Benvenuti, Pierre Lacroix, Mattia Santoro, Paolo Mazzetti
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Trevor Dhu, Gregory Giuliani, Jimena Juarez, Argyro Kavvada, Brian Killough, Paloma Merodio, Stuart Minchin, Steven Ramage
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eva Boon, Jurian Vincent Meijering, Robbert Biesbroek, Fulco Ludwig
Summary: This article introduces a global Delphi study, which presents a widely supported definition for successful climate services. The definition emphasizes the importance of user satisfaction and highlights the need for climate service developers to consider climate change uncertainties, build trust and capacity with users, and tailor interactions based on user needs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhiqi Zhang, Xiangyu Jia, Zeren Gongbu, Dingling He, Wenjun Li
Summary: This study conducted research in two villages on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau of China and found that the village with interactive and supportive government involvement achieved better outcomes compared to the village with forceful government intervention. This highlights the importance of congruence between government actions and community demands in developing self-governance institutions for natural resource management.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yolanda L. Waters, Kerrie A. Wilson, Angela J. Dean
Summary: This study found that climate messages centered around the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) are more effective in strengthening intentions to adopt energy reduction behaviors. However, they are limited in motivating more impactful civic and social behaviors, including those seeking to influence climate policy support. Messages emphasizing collective efficacy can enhance message effect and influence the uptake of a broader range of behaviors. Emotions related to distress played a significant role in this effect. This research offers an alternative for expanding beyond traditional climate communication strategies.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel A. Potts, Emma J. S. Ferranti, Joshua D. Vande Hey
Summary: This study investigates the barriers to integrating satellite data into air quality management and proposes the creation of a network of experts to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange between scientific research and air quality management.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amber W. Datta, Carina Wyborn, Brian C. Chaffin, Michele L. Barnes
Summary: Extreme climate events are changing social-ecological systems and challenging environmental governance paradigms. This study explores governance actors' perspectives on the future of reef management after a crisis and finds that multiple and conflicting visions are shaping the trajectory of coral reef governance.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ranjan Datta, Prarthona Datta
Summary: This paper discusses the importance of learning climate change solutions from the activities of cross-cultural children, and introduces reflective learning, Indigenous Elders land-based teaching, music and arts learning, and positive interactions with cross-cultural children in a cross-cultural community garden.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Julie Lydia Stounberg, Karen Timmerman, Karsten Dahl, Maurizio Pinna, Jon C. Svendsen
Summary: To combat biodiversity loss, the European Union established the Natura 2000 network. However, some sites are still not mapped, and habitats remain undefined. This study compared the definitions of blue mussel reefs in different EU member states and identified significant variations in parameters and limits used for reef identification. The study also highlighted the need for compatible and justified habitat definitions to ensure a consistent level of protection.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shilpi Kundu, Edward A. Morgan, James C. R. Smart
Summary: Climate change impacts in low lying coastal areas, like Bangladesh, are negatively affecting food and livelihood security, necessitating adaptation measures to build resilience. However, the effective implementation of these measures is hindered by a lack of local-level knowledge.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Theodore Tallent, Aiora Zabala
Summary: This study explores how pluralism and social equity are incorporated into the governance of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in the field of conservation. Using a conceptual framework of social equity, the researchers analyze five exemplary cases to understand how practitioners assimilate these principles into their practices and governance processes. The findings highlight a strong commitment to participation and involvement of local communities, along with practices that aim to foster actor participation, build local capacity, and strengthen ownership. The study emphasizes the importance of considering diverse voices, perspectives, and forms of knowledge in conservation governance.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Natalie Sampson, Carmel Price, Melanie Sampson, Mary Bradshaw, Bianca Freeman
Summary: The Title V program of the Clean Air Act provides opportunities for public participation in permit-related decisionmaking, but there is a lack of substantive changes prioritizing environmental justice in overburdened communities. Increasing the use of plain language can improve public participation by enhancing access, transparency, and accountability. Analysis of public notices revealed poor writing quality and a lack of attention to writing strategies for improved understanding and addressing environmental health and justice. Suggestions for improving public notices are provided, emphasizing the need for plain language and environmental health literacy.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karabi Bezboruah, Amruta Sakalker, Michelle Hummel, Oswald Jenewein, Kathryn Masten, Yonghe Liu
Summary: This study examines the role of a rural, community-based nonprofit organization in addressing coastal flooding. Through an analysis of the Ingleside on the Bay Coastal Watch Association (IOBCWA) in Texas, the study finds that the organization has improved the community's adaptive capacity through activities such as community organizing, advocacy, data collection, resident capacity building, and regional communication networks. However, more policies, partnerships, and inclusion of socially vulnerable groups are needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Heli Saarikoski, Suvi Vikstrom, Lasse Peltonen
Summary: This paper examines the cormorant conflict in Finland, highlighting the frame conflict resulting from different scales of analysis. The study finds that knowledge co-production processes have the potential to address environmental conflicts and generate practical and contextually appropriate knowledge. Key factors include participants' control over information and third-party facilitation of dialogue.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naomi Terry, Azucena Castro, Bwalya Chibwe, Geci Karuri-Sebina, Codruta Savu, Laura Pereira
Summary: The practice of envisioning the future has deep roots in African traditions, but is not widely used in conventional futuring methodologies. To achieve a decolonial approach to futuring, it is important to consider diverse pasts and storytelling forms. Stories can serve as mechanisms of power, healing, and diversification, leading to more just and ecologically sustainable futures.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Priya Chetri, Upasna Sharma, P. Vigneswara Ilavarasan
Summary: Previous studies have overlooked the role of information in farmers' capacity to adapt to weather and climate variability. This paper examines the relationship between farmers' access to weather information and the uptake of farm-level adaptation strategies, and highlights the potential of information in improving farmers' adaptive capacity. The paper also emphasizes the moderating effect of farmers' social ecosystem on this relationship.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Baker Matovu, Floor Brouwer, Raimund Bleischwitz, Firas Aljanabi, Meltem Alkoyak-Yildiz
Summary: This paper proposes a novel framework for sustainable sand mining based on Ecosystem Service Assessment. It analyzes the case of Kerala, India to demonstrate the impacts of sand mining on local ecosystems and livelihoods. The article also highlights seven key steps that can guide sustainable sand mining and promote integrated governance systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2024)