Norfolk Establishes Strategy for Coastal Resilience
At the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, the city of Norfolk, Virginia, lies within ten feet of sea level. It's taking steps to envision and implement a resilient future.
Story Credit:
Lauren Gentile, NOAA. Adapted with permission from St. Juliana, Alexis, and Jason Vogel, 2016: "Case Study: Norfolk, Virginia | Coastal Resilience Strategy." Climate Adaptation The State of Practice in U.S. Communities, The Kresge Foundation and Abt Associates, 173–182. See link at right under Additional Resources.
Banner Image Credit:
Evening view of Norfolk, Virginia. Public domain image by Joey Sheely
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23 April 2024 - 9:53am
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