Adapting to the Rise A Guide for Connecticut’s Coastal Communities
This guide supports Connecticut coastal communities in adapting to sea level rise, flooding, and coastal hazards. It presents planning tools, policy options, and nature-based solutions to reduce risk, protect infrastructure, and improve resilience across developed and natural systems.
Subject Tags
- Climate resilience
- Coastal
- Climate adaptation
Summary
This guide provides practical strategies for Connecticut coastal communities to prepare for and adapt to sea level rise, flooding, and storm impacts. Developed by The Nature Conservancy, it outlines a range of planning approaches, regulatory tools, and policy options to reduce vulnerability and enhance resilience. The guide highlights the importance of integrating natural infrastructure, such as wetlands and dunes, with traditional shoreline management practices. It also explores land-use planning, risk assessment, and community engagement to support long-term adaptation. By combining scientific data, mapping tools, and real-world examples, the guide helps decision-makers understand future coastal risks and identify effective responses. It serves as a resource for planners, policymakers, and stakeholders working to protect coastal ecosystems, infrastructure, and communities while promoting sustainable development.