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Coastal protection through NbS in times of uncertainty. A case study of Bjärred, Sweden

Nohed, Anna LU (2023) In Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science MESM02 20232
LUCSUS (Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies)
Abstract (Swedish)
Den globala klimatkrisen innebär betydande sociala utmaningar och hotar biologisk mångfald. Klimatförändringar ökar sårbarheten i kustområden, vilket leder till ökad erosion och översvämningar. Naturbaserade lösningar (NbS) erbjuder en mångfacetterad metod för att adressera dessa problem. Denna masteruppsats granskar användningen av NbS för kustskydd i Bjärred, i södra Sverige, och kommunens strategier för planering, genomförande och uppföljning av hållbara lösningar med tankte på klimatförändringarnas osäkerheter. Baserat på litteratur och intervjuer med intressenter betonar analysen NbS:s lämplighet för att mildra osäkerheter i kustområden. Dock kvarstår osäkerhet kring långsiktig effektivitet, vilket kräver ytterligare forskning och... (More)
Den globala klimatkrisen innebär betydande sociala utmaningar och hotar biologisk mångfald. Klimatförändringar ökar sårbarheten i kustområden, vilket leder till ökad erosion och översvämningar. Naturbaserade lösningar (NbS) erbjuder en mångfacetterad metod för att adressera dessa problem. Denna masteruppsats granskar användningen av NbS för kustskydd i Bjärred, i södra Sverige, och kommunens strategier för planering, genomförande och uppföljning av hållbara lösningar med tankte på klimatförändringarnas osäkerheter. Baserat på litteratur och intervjuer med intressenter betonar analysen NbS:s lämplighet för att mildra osäkerheter i kustområden. Dock kvarstår osäkerhet kring långsiktig effektivitet, vilket kräver ytterligare forskning och uppföljning. För att säkerställa att NbS kan motstå allt vanligare stormar och erosion är förbättrade tillståndsprocesser och ökat samarbete med samhället i Bjärred och inom kommunen avgörande. Denna studie lyfter fram NbS:s potential men understryker vikten av kontinuerlig utvärdering och samarbete med invånarna för en motståndskraftig kust även i framtiden. (Less)
Abstract
The global climate crisis presents significant social challenges and threatens biodiversity. Climate change is increasing the vulnerability of coastal areas, leading to more erosion and flooding. Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer a multifaceted approach to address these issues. This thesis examines the use of NbS for coastal protection in Bjärred, southern Sweden, and the municipality's strategies for planning, implementing, and monitoring sustainable solutions in the face of climate change uncertainties. Based on literature and stakeholder interviews, the analysis highlights NbS's suitability for mitigating coastal zone uncertainties. However, long-term effectiveness remains uncertain, necessitating further research and follow-up. To... (More)
The global climate crisis presents significant social challenges and threatens biodiversity. Climate change is increasing the vulnerability of coastal areas, leading to more erosion and flooding. Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer a multifaceted approach to address these issues. This thesis examines the use of NbS for coastal protection in Bjärred, southern Sweden, and the municipality's strategies for planning, implementing, and monitoring sustainable solutions in the face of climate change uncertainties. Based on literature and stakeholder interviews, the analysis highlights NbS's suitability for mitigating coastal zone uncertainties. However, long-term effectiveness remains uncertain, necessitating further research and follow-up. To ensure that NbS can withstand more frequent storms and erosion, improved permit processes and enhanced community engagement in Bjärred and within the municipality are essential. This study underscores NbS's potential but emphasizes the importance of continuous evaluation and collaboration with residents for a resilient coastal future. (Less)
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author
Nohed, Anna LU
supervisor
organization
course
MESM02 20232
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
subject
keywords
Nbs, Coastal protection, Sustainability science, Bjärred, Uncertainty, Beach nourishment
publication/series
Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science
report number
2023:045
language
English
id
9140221
date added to LUP
2023-10-19 14:02:13
date last changed
2023-10-19 14:02:13
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  abstract     = {{The global climate crisis presents significant social challenges and threatens biodiversity. Climate change is increasing the vulnerability of coastal areas, leading to more erosion and flooding. Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer a multifaceted approach to address these issues. This thesis examines the use of NbS for coastal protection in Bjärred, southern Sweden, and the municipality's strategies for planning, implementing, and monitoring sustainable solutions in the face of climate change uncertainties. Based on literature and stakeholder interviews, the analysis highlights NbS's suitability for mitigating coastal zone uncertainties. However, long-term effectiveness remains uncertain, necessitating further research and follow-up. To ensure that NbS can withstand more frequent storms and erosion, improved permit processes and enhanced community engagement in Bjärred and within the municipality are essential. This study underscores NbS's potential but emphasizes the importance of continuous evaluation and collaboration with residents for a resilient coastal future.}},
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  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  series       = {{Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science}},
  title        = {{Coastal protection through NbS in times of uncertainty. A case study of Bjärred, Sweden}},
  year         = {{2023}},
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