Nature-inspired solution softens impacts of hard coastal structures

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Nov 18, 2025, 3:39 pm121 ptsTrending
Seawalls and other unyielding structures meant to keep rising waters at bay and to protect against storm surges can cause other significant harm to the coast, often by disrupting natural processes and accelerating erosion. The gap between protection and preservation might be bridged with a softer,…

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