Member-only story

Handbook of Sea Level Research: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Solving Sea Level Rise

Milan Kundera

·4.8k Followers· Follow

Published in Handbook Of Sea Level Research (Wiley Works)

3 min read

1.2k View Claps

69 Respond

Save

Listen

The Handbook of Sea Level Research is a comprehensive guide to understanding and solving sea level rise. It provides a thorough overview of the science of sea level change, from the past to the present, and outlines the latest research on the causes and consequences of sea level rise. The Handbook also provides a detailed discussion of the policy and management options available to address sea level rise, including adaptation, mitigation, and coastal protection.

The Science of Sea Level Change

The science of sea level change is a complex and rapidly evolving field. The Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research on the causes and consequences of sea level rise, including:

Handbook of Sea-Level Research (Wiley Works)

by Thich Nhat Hanh

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	144176 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	578 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

The role of climate change in sea level rise
The contribution of glaciers, ice sheets, and thermal expansion to sea level rise
The impacts of sea level rise on coastal ecosystems, infrastructure, and human populations

Policy and Management Options for Sea Level Rise

The Handbook provides a detailed discussion of the policy and management options available to address sea level rise, including:

Adaptation measures, such as building seawalls, raising buildings, and relocating populations
Mitigation measures, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources
Coastal protection measures, such as beach nourishment and dune restoration

The Future of Sea Level Research

The Handbook concludes with a discussion of the future of sea level research. It identifies key areas where further research is needed, and outlines the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the fight against sea level rise.

The Handbook of Sea Level Research is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to understanding and solving sea level rise. It provides a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and coastal managers who are working to address this critical issue.

Handbook of Sea-Level Research (Wiley Works)

by Thich Nhat Hanh

5 out of 5