Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This thesis investigates the impact of climate change on coastal erosion within a specific region, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex interactions between climate change and coastal processes. Coastal erosion is a significant environmental issue globally, affecting coastal communities, ecosystems, and infrastructure. The effects of climate change, such as sea-level rise, changing storm patterns, and increased temperatures, are exacerbating coastal erosion processes, leading to accelerated rates of shoreline retreat and loss of valuable land. The study begins with a detailed review of the literature on coastal erosion, climate change impacts, and relevant mitigation and adaptation strategies. Through an extensive literature review, key factors influencing coastal erosion in the context of climate change are identified, providing a solid foundation for the research methodology. The research methodology includes a combination of field surveys, remote sensing analyses, and numerical modeling to assess the current state of coastal erosion and predict future scenarios under different climate change projections. Field surveys involve data collection on coastal geomorphology, sediment characteristics, and shoreline dynamics, while remote sensing techniques are used to analyze changes in coastline morphology over time. Numerical modeling tools are employed to simulate the impact of various climate change scenarios on coastal erosion rates. The findings of the study reveal the significant impact of climate change on coastal erosion within the specific region, with accelerated rates of shoreline retreat and loss of coastal land observed. The results highlight the complex interactions between climate change drivers and coastal processes, emphasizing the need for integrated coastal management strategies to mitigate the impacts of coastal erosion. The thesis concludes with a summary of the key findings, implications for coastal management and policy, and recommendations for future research. The study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the impact of climate change on coastal erosion and provides valuable insights for coastal planners, policymakers, and stakeholders working towards sustainable coastal development in the face of a changing climate. Keywords coastal erosion, climate change, sea-level rise, coastal management, mitigation, adaptation, remote sensing, numerical modeling.

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