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Behind the increasing erosion problem: The role of local institutions and social capital on coastal management in Argentina
(Elsevier, 2014-04)
Coastal ecosystems are one of the most impacted and altered regions worldwide, both because of natural reasons and because of the large population that is concentrated along the coasts. In Argentina, the problem of coastal ...
The coastal winds off western subtropical South America in future climate scenarios
(2008)
The west coast of subtropical South America is characterized by a semi-arid climate and very persistent
southerly winds that often exhibit a low-level jet structure. The nearly alongshore flow forces coastal and offshore ...
INSTALLATION OF WIND POWER AND ESTIMATIVE OF ENVIRONMENTAL LOSSES IN A SECTOR OF THE WEST COAST OF CEARA, BRAZIL
(Univ Federal Ceara, Programa Pos-graduacao & Filosofia, 2015-10-01)
Brazil, which relies on hydroelectric power, has developed other sources of renewable energy, mainly wind power. The state of Cear, in the northeastern region, has a potential wind power of 26.2 GW; however, this form of ...
Landscape Change and Associated Increase in Habitat Fragmentation During the Last 30 Years in Coastal Sand Dunes of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
(Springer, 2020-07)
The Eastern Barrier of Dunes (EBD) and Southern Barrier of Dunes (SBD) extend along the coast of Buenos Aires province, Argentina. These regions have been severely altered by anthropic activities for years, mainly through ...
An assessment of the economic impact of climate change on the coastal and human settlements Sector in Barbados
(ECLAC, Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean, 2011-10-22)
This study assesses the potential economic impact of climate change on coastal human settlements in the Caribbean, with specific reference to Barbados, and evaluates the costs and benefits of undertaking various adaptation ...
Natural Conditions and Environmental Impacts in a Coastal Hydrographic Basin in the Brazilian Amazon
(Coastal Education & Research Foundation, 2011-01-01)
Gorayeb, A., Lombardo, M. A. and Pereira, L. C. C., 2011. Natural Conditions and Environmental Impacts in a Coastal Hydrographic Basin in the Brazilian Amazon. Journal of Coastal Research, SI 64 (Proceedings of the 11th ...
Natural Conditions and Environmental Impacts in a Coastal Hydrographic Basin in the Brazilian Amazon
(Coastal Education & Research Foundation, 2011-01-01)
Gorayeb, A., Lombardo, M. A. and Pereira, L. C. C., 2011. Natural Conditions and Environmental Impacts in a Coastal Hydrographic Basin in the Brazilian Amazon. Journal of Coastal Research, SI 64 (Proceedings of the 11th ...
Policy Brief: an assessment of the economic and social impacts of climate change on the coastal and marine sector in the Caribbean
(ECLAC, Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean, 2013-06)
Caribbean policymakers are faced with
special challenges from climate change and
these are related to the uncertainties
inherent in future climate projections and
the complex linkages among climate
change, physical ...
The effects of climate change in the coastal areas of Latin America and the Caribbean. Impacts
(ECLAC, 2015-04-28)
The regionwide study of the effects of climate change in the coastal areas of Latin America and the Caribbean has been divided into four main parts in line with the comprehensive risk-assessment methodology that was developed ...
An assessment of the economic impact of climate change on the coastal and marine sector in Saint Kitts And Nevis
(ECLAC, Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean, 2011-10-22)
Owing to their high vulnerability and low adaptive capacity, Caribbean islands have legitimate concerns about their future, based on observational records, experience with current patterns and consequences of climate ...