Analysis of the impact of climate change on coastal erosion using remote sensing techniques

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
Coastal erosion is a significant environmental issue that is exacerbated by climate change. This thesis presents an analysis of the impact of climate change on coastal erosion using remote sensing techniques. The study focuses on utilizing remote sensing data to monitor and assess coastal erosion patterns in the context of changing climatic conditions. The research aims to investigate the relationship between climate change indicators, such as sea level rise and extreme weather events, and coastal erosion processes. The introductory chapter provides an overview of the research topic, background information on coastal erosion, the problem statement, objectives of the study, limitations, scope, significance, structure of the thesis, and definition of terms related to the research. The literature review chapter critically examines existing studies on coastal erosion, climate change impacts, and remote sensing applications in coastal monitoring. The research methodology chapter outlines the methods employed in data collection, analysis, and interpretation. It includes details on the remote sensing techniques utilized, data sources, study area selection, data processing procedures, and statistical analyses conducted. The chapter also discusses the validation and accuracy assessment of the remote sensing data used in the study. The findings chapter presents the results of the analysis, including the identification of coastal erosion hotspots, trends in erosion rates, and correlations between climate change variables and erosion patterns. The chapter also discusses the implications of the findings for coastal management and adaptation strategies in the face of climate change impacts. In the conclusion and summary chapter, the key findings of the study are summarized, and the implications for future research and policy are discussed. The study underscores the importance of integrating remote sensing technologies with climate change studies to enhance understanding and monitoring of coastal erosion processes. Recommendations for policymakers, coastal managers, and researchers are provided to address the challenges posed by climate change-induced coastal erosion. Overall, this thesis contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the impacts of climate change on coastal erosion and highlights the role of remote sensing techniques in advancing coastal monitoring and management practices. The study emphasizes the urgent need for proactive measures to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on vulnerable coastal regions.