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One of the consequences of climate change and sea level rise that has not been extensively examined is potential damage to regional economies. Most studies have focused on possible damages to individual properties, but looking at future flood risks in future dollars at the regional economic level is a new approach.
The Center for the Blue Economy, in collaboration with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute has published a first-of-its-kind report for The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO) examining Mid-Atlantic vulnerabilities of several critical economic sectors to climate change. The report quantifies the potential impacts of threats like sea level rise, rising ocean temperatures and changes in the ocean’s chemistry to communities and businesses in 63 counties and independent cities along the coast from New York to Virginia.
To contribute something new to the world is a rare thing.
Graduate Melis Okter helps create an interactive website and map that visually communicates county level data on climate change vulnerability.
The Ocean Health Index (OHI) is the first assessment tool that scientifically compares and combines key elements from all dimensions of the ocean’s health – biological, physical, economic and social.
Taiwan’s coral reefs could be better protected by favoring sustainable tourism over fishing.
The Center for the Blue Economy leads the effort to measure the economic contributions of oceans and coastlines at the local, regional, state, national, and international levels.
You’ve heard of “Ocean Satellite Accounts,” right? No? Well, that could be because they do not exist—yet.
Two recent reports from the Institute’s Center for the Blue Economy quantify the potential economic impacts of sea level rise and intensified storm activity on coastal regions.
The Arctic is on the leading edge of climate change, sea-level rise, and social equity issues. Similar issues being faced around the world, and economic studies could be used to generate ideas and solutions that can apply globally.
