Understanding coastal seas - NSF grants offer new insights

The video discusses the pressures of climate change and human expansion on coastal regions, highlighting the impacts of sea level rise, storms, and nutrient enrichment. It emphasizes the need for resilience and adaptation in coastal communities, using Hurricane Sandy as a case study. The video also explores projects addressing desalination and fisheries, aiming to mitigate environmental impacts and ensure sustainable resource use.

What are the main pressures related to climate change that affect coastal regions?

How did Hurricane Sandy impact perceptions of vulnerability in coastal urban areas?

What are some of the stressors influencing the coastal systems beyond storms?

In what ways can communities become more resilient to future storms?

What are the environmental impacts of desalination processes in coastal zones?