Nature-Based Solutions Tool

Use of Natural and Nature-based Features (NNBF) for Coastal Resilience

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)

This report offers details regarding the use of natural and nature-based features (NNBF) to improve coastal resilience and was designed to support post-Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts under the North Atlantic Coast Comprehensive Study (NACCS). An integrative framework is offered herein that focuses on classifying NNBF, characterizing vulnerability, developing performance metrics, incorporating regional sediment management, monitoring and adaptively managing from a systems perspective, and addressing key policy challenges.

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Audience

Coastal risk, resiliency, and hazard managers, natural resource managers, engineers, coastal planners

Expertise Required

Low

Geography

Region - North Atlantic

Relevant Phases

Monitoring/Assessment, Quantifying Benefits, Screening, Quantifying Costs

Tool Type

Informational Resources

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