“Living Shorelines” Will Get Fast Track to Combat Sea Level Rise
As sea levels rise along U.S. coasts, it may soon get easier for people and local governments to obtain federal permits to build what are known as “living shorelines,” natural or nature-based structures designed to protect communities and infrastructure from extreme storms and flooding even as they protect habitat.
Toxic Algal Blooms Aren’t Just Florida’s Problem. And They’re On The Rise.
Pollution from agriculture and climate change is closing beaches and contributing to dead zones across the country.