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Using nature-based solutions to restore and protect the coast

person crouches in sandy soil with freshly planted grassOur scientists are exploring the use of nature-based solutions to restore habitat and protect coastal communities from flooding, wave action, and other coastal hazards. These studies are helping to inform planning, design, implementation, and adaptive management strategies. https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/science-areas/climate-change/restoration-and-nature-based-solutions/