Coastal Protection Strategies

Coastal protection strategies are methods used to shield shorelines from erosion, flooding, and storm damage. These include natural solutions like planting dunes and wetlands that absorb wave energy, as well as man-made structures such as seawalls, breakwaters, and mangrove reinforcements. The goal is to reduce the impact of waves and rising sea levels, preserving coastline stability and preventing property damage. Often, a combination of natural and artificial approaches is used, tailored to local conditions to effectively protect communities and ecosystems while maintaining the health of coastal environments.