The UK’s first climate refugees: why more defences may not save this village from rising sea levels

Sophie Ward; Martin Austin

The UK’s first climate refugees: why more defences may not save this village from rising sea levels

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Abstract

The impact of rising sea levels on our coastlines can be profound. A natural shoreline can respond to sea level rise and coastal erosion, provided the rise isn’t too rapid.

Given enough time, flora and fauna may have a chance to adapt. But a coastal area which has been heavily developed will respond differently, sometimes with catastrophic impacts on both people and nature.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publication status	Published - 31 Mar 2023

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 13 Climate Action
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

Sea level
coastal flooding

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