Adaptation Strategies
Coastal zones are some of the most ecologically sensitive and diverse habitats in the world. Currently, these areas are experiencing the detrimental effects of sea-level rise (SLR) and the consequences of conventional flood protection methods. The Living Breakwater Project understands adaptation as both physical interventions and policy planning tools that reduce risks associated with sea-level rise. Based on the British Columbia Sea Level Rise Primer, this research groups adaptation strategies in four (4) different categories: protect, accommodate, retreat, and avoid.
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Amphibious Buildings
Amphibious architecture is an adaptation strategy where structures are designed to adapt to flooding.
Dry Floodproofing
Dry floodproofing is a practice of utilizing waterproof membranes and other types of sealants to prevent floodwater from entering a building.
Emergency Planning & Preparedness
Emergency planning and preparedness is a coordinated process that involves assessing the likely impacts of a disaster event and coordinating a set of responses to reduce or prevent property damage.
Evacuation Routes
Evacuation routes are accessways that are constructed above flood levels and that connect flood risk areas to mainland areas that are safely above flood plains.
Secondary Dikes
Secondary dikes work in conjunction with primary dikes to reduce the impact of a flood if the primary dike is breached.
Warning Systems
Early warning systems form an important element of disaster risk management.
Wet Floodproofing
Wet floodproofing is the measure of allowing water to enter and exit a structure with minimal or no damage.