Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Resilience: Case Studies from Southeast Asia

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to determine how effective nature-based solutions (NbS) are in improving coastal resilience throughout Southeast Asia. The research begins by analyzing socio-economic aspects alongside environmental monitoring and case studies for the mangrove restoration, wetland conservation, and coral reef protection undertaken as NbS for coastal hazard mitigation. The results indicate multifaceted NbS offer more than just a layer of physical defense against sea-level rise and storm surge floods but also helps in biodiversity and local livelihood protection. The study focuses on the preservation of indigenous wisdom and policies at the regional level on scalability and sustainability to afford adequate action for urban and rural coastal development planning