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The article offers information on a Southampton retreat renovation by Janie Jones and Elizabeth Miles of Hundley Hilton Interiors for a young family, focusing on color, traditional details, and coastal, custom, and casual elements. Topics include the use of foundational finishes like wood paneling and antiqued hardware, the incorporation of coastal hues and fabrics throughout the home, and the blend of chintz, rattan, checks, and antiques for a sophisticated yet down-to-earth appeal.

The article offers information on 10 dream coastal towns in the United States, including Old Florida charmers, California seaside villages, New England islands, and Gulf Coast art towns. Topics include Jamestown, Rhode Island, known for its grand shingle-style cottages, tidy downtown; Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, a historic village with no street addresses, and community spirit; and Long Beach, Washington, a budget-friendly beach town with no income tax.

The article paints a vivid picture of a coastal community succumbing to the relentless power of the sea, with buildings, furniture, and personal belongings being swept away by the waves. Topics include the gradual erosion of the shoreline, the impact on residents forced to evacuate, and the existential questions raised about the fragility of human existence and the impermanence of way of life in the face of natural forces.

Mangrove forests are important ecosystems that provide nursery grounds for fish, protect coastal communities from erosion and storms, and act as highly effective carbon sinks. However, these forests are under threat from agriculture, coastal development, pollution, and overexploitation, with a quarter of mangroves lost in the past 40 years. The Mangrove Photography Awards celebrate the beauty and importance of mangroves, raising awareness of their fragility. The winning photographs showcase various aspects of mangrove forests, including their role as habitats for sharks, tigers, and other wildlife, as well as the impact of human activities on these ecosystems. [Extracted from the article]

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The article focuses on the author's contemplation of coastal life, highlighting the tension between the serene natural surroundings and the disruptive impact of human construction projects on the shoreline. Topics discussed include the significance of icons in revealing the sacredness of creation, the ecological implications of human actions, and the role of prayer as an active encounter with the reality of each element in the natural world.

The article focuses on the risks and consequences of building and rebuilding homes in vulnerable coastal areas of Florida, particularly in the aftermath of hurricanes. Despite the increasing threat of climate change-related events like hurricanes and rising sea levels, real estate development continues to prioritize construction in these areas due to the profitability associated with home sales, loans, and investments.

Pakistan's gross official foreign exchange reserves have dipped below $8 billion and will get a $1.2 billion boost by the end of this month once the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approves its loan tranche on August 29. Pakistan is reviewing a proposal to receive upfront 20% of the total cost of five China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects as deposits in the central bank in a bid to get breathing space amid declining foreign exchange reserves. PM Shehbaz has instructed that China should first be taken into confidence before going ahead with the move to ensure that the strategic ally does not get the impression that Pakistan is rolling back CPEC. [Extracted from the article]

Taking cognizance of the issue, the Government of Sindh has come up with a Climate Change Policy, in line with the Final Updated National Climate Change Policy 2021 to have an effective and robust response mechanism for the Province. But as Climate Change, being a cross cutting subject, a dedicated policy framework is needed, encompassing development portfolio and all the line Departments of the Government to better cope up with Climate Change shocks. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the dilemma of conservation efforts that involve killing one species to save another, using the example of barred owls being targeted to protect the endangered northern spotted owl in the Pacific Northwest. It questions the effectiveness of such strategies and suggests that providing suitable habitats for all species may be a better approach to conservation. The text highlights the importance of addressing root causes of species decline, such as habitat destruction and human interference, rather than focusing solely on predator-prey relationships. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the challenges faced by the Barwon Association for Youth Support and Accommodation (BAYSA) in providing housing and support to young people up to 25 years of age in regional Victoria. BAYSA works in areas with high disadvantage and homelessness rates, where affordable housing is scarce.

A recent study conducted by researchers at Pukyong National University explores the relationship between intentions for agricultural usage and design thinking in coastal environments. The study conducted a comprehensive literature review and identified emerging trends and opportunities for innovation in this field. The researchers emphasize the importance of design thinking principles in understanding agricultural usage intentions in coastal areas. The study also highlights the need for human-centric, design-driven strategies that promote a harmonious coexistence between agricultural pursuits and ecological preservation. For more information, readers can access the full article through the International Food and Agribusiness Management Review. [Extracted from the article]

The federal government is providing $575 million to coastal communities in the United States to help them address climate-related flooding and other disasters using nature-based preventative measures. The funding, allocated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, will support 19 resiliency projects in various states, with a focus on Native American, urban, and traditionally underserved communities that frequently experience floods, wildfires, and other weather-related disasters. The projects include initiatives such as "living shorelines" in New Jersey, climate risk assessments for Native communities in Alaska, and the establishment of native forests in Hawaii to reduce wildfire risk. The funding aims to enhance the resilience of coastal communities to the effects of climate change. [Extracted from the article]

Analysts said that the way Pakistan and China are dealing with Gwadar implies that any problematic project of Belt and Road, irrespective of its potential, can either be dropped or put on the back burner. In an ambitious turn, Pakistan and China have agreed to develop the Karachi coast, possibly shifting away from Gwadar as the center stage of the Belt and Road project in Pakistan, following ongoing problems at the southwestern province of Balochistan. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on tourism still shines bright in North Carolina's coastal counties, but the picturesque shores are also proving attractive for research, higher education, startups and real estate. Topics include the Outer Banks is a recreational mecca or people don't realize it until they've lived here or spent quite a bit of time here, and the tourism is big business in Currituck County, through Corolla and visitors climb 220 steps to top of the 162-foottall Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

The annual World Oceans Day celebration aims to raise awareness about the impact of human actions on the oceans and promote sustainable management of marine resources. This year's celebration highlighted the alarming increase in plastic pollution, with millions of tons of plastic ending up in the ocean each year. Nigeria specifically faces the challenge of oil spills, which have resulted in pollution and destruction of aquatic life. The article emphasizes the need for individuals, communities, and governments to take action to protect the oceans and combat climate change, including reducing emissions and embracing recycling initiatives. [Extracted from the article]

The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) and Arctic Infrastructure (AI) have launched the Nigerian City Development and Climate Impact Challenge, inviting submissions for projects that address development challenges in Nigeria. The challenge aims to connect project developers with local and international investors and covers a wide range of areas including afforestation, climate change awareness, coastal protection, energy, housing, transportation, waste management, and more. Five projects will be shortlisted and presented at the NITP's national conference in October 2024. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses how the U.S. government has established marine protected areas (MPAs) in an effort to protect and conserve coastal and marine ecosystems from issues such as pollution, coastal development, and overfishing. Topics include how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Department of the Interior manage MPAs, how MPAs could reduce habitat damage, and the impact that MPAs and the climate could have on each other.

The article is a condensed version of the 2014 book "Gotham Unbound: The Ecological History of Greater New York" by Ted Steinberg. Topics include Hurricane Sandy which flooded and destroyed parts of New York City and New Jersey in 2012, the coastal development of New York City since it was New Amsterdam in the 1600s, and the Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation (AMO), a warming and cooling cycle that affects North Atlantic surface temperatures.

The article reports on INTERNATIONAL LONGSHORE and Warehouse Union (ILWU) says West Coast employers have reneged on a 2008 deal that paved the way for automated cargo handling at marine tenninals, a potential source of friction when contract talks begin on May 12, 2022.

'The increase in the price of electricity is an anti-people move and the irony is that the price of petrol is being increased every fortnight', he said. Spokesperson of Sindh Government and Advisor for Law, Environment and Coastal Development Barrister Murtaza Wahab has criticized Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) for its proposal to increase price of petroleum products to up to Rs16. [Extracted from the article]

The article informs that vigilant insurers and reinsurers scanning the risk landscape for potential future liability problems to fall into landmines. Topics include insurance risks of the immediate or distant future are being overlooked; and Damaging floods that used to happen mainly during storms now happen during regular events such a full-moon tide or with a change in prevailing winds.

At the heart of Xiamen's extensive and well-documented tea culture, you will find gongfu tea, which is actually not a tea blend but a ritual for brewing tea leaves. FEATURES FEATURES GLOBAL YOUNG LEADERS DIALOGUE With sprawling views of lush green gardens and the distant glistening of sunlight dancing on the harbor's deep waters, Xiamen University, located in the eponymous city in the southeastern province of Fujian, possesses what is arguably one of the most beautiful college campuses in all of China. And as one of the birthplaces of gongfu tea, Xiamen serves up the perfect blend of quintessential tea culture and coastal chill. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses Australia's Great Barrier Reef initiatives in water quality improvements. Topics discussed include eliminating coral-eating Crown-of thorns starfish from the ocean; talks about Great Barrier Reef's declining water quality and coastal development are threats of climate change; and talks about impacts of fertilizer, herbicides and pesticides on water clarity and coral resilience.

The article offers information on the role of ecological engineering to protect valuable marine ecosystems with increase in human population. Topics discussed include intensifications of coastal development around the coast of Penang; destruction of natural habitats and recognition of urban biodiversity and the potential for landscapes to support valuable ecosystem services; and green engineering and social science survey funded by Rufford Small Grants.

Jacob Carter is a research director at the Union of Concerned Scientists who has analyzed potential impacts of sea level rise on toxic sites and formerly worked on climate-related Superfund issues at the US Environmental Protection Agency. "I don't think too many policymakers are likely aware of the impact of rising groundwater or other climate change impacts on toxic sites or maybe even if these sites exist in their area", said Carter. (Bloomberg) -- A little-known climate threat lurks under our feet: rising groundwater that could release toxic chemicals from more than 132,000 contaminated sites in coastal areas of the US. [Extracted from the article]

Developing UK coastal areas is part of the levelling-up and green agendas, with opportunities in renewable energy, aquaculture, leisure and residential. However, boundaries, ownerships and foreshore rights are not always clear. Someone owning land with a boundary on the seashore often owns the cliffs, dunes and part of the beach. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the conversion of a Gaslamp Quarter office building into micro-apartments named "Hue" by Urban Coastal Development and the Kitzman family, featuring an unusual "light well" design that created open spaces between buildings.

New research from scientists at the University of Plymouth has now revealed that the light pollution produced by coastal cities at night is tricking coral reefs into spawning outside of the optimum times when they would normally reproduce, which could lead to the reduced likelihood of coral eggs being fertilised and surviving to produce new adult corals. 'Corals are critical for the health of the global ocean, but are being increasingly damaged by human activity', says study author Thomas Davies. In the oceans, the lunar cycle drives a lot of activity, from the nightly migrations of the tiny sandhopper to the mass spawning of coral reefs. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses various advancements in water management. The Department of Navy is planning to demonstrate an AI-managed microgrid with new energy storage technologies, including pumped water storage. The article highlights potential test sites for the demonstration, such as Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Additionally, the article mentions the need for global hydrological modeling and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' efforts to enhance tools for modeling coastal hazards. Lastly, the article addresses the issue of ice jams and their impact in Alaska and other parts of the world. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the ecological engineering (eco-engineering) of coastal infrastructure to protect valuable marine ecosystems in Penang Island, Malaysia. Particular focus is given to the intense coastal development in Penang. Also discussed are three eco-engineering efforts in Penang such as the Drillcored Pools Project, World Harbour Project (WHP), and Flowerpot Project.

The article discusses the environmental and economic conditions of coastal communities of North Carolina's 301-mile coast describing the relationships between man and nature. Also presents views of Carol Lohr, director of Crystal Coast Tourism Authority, on the impact of tourism industry in job creation and business growth.

Statutory directives, such as the requirement for government decision-makers to "have regard to" a prescribed matter, are extensively used in climate change and coastal development legislation. This article considers how compliance with a statutory directive may influence judicial analysis in administrative law and negligence proceedings, drawing examples from three Australian State case studies. In all case study jurisdictions, decision-makers are required to gather and acquaint themselves with a substantial amount of information on risks such as sea-level rise, erosion and inundation. This article concludes that although compliance with a statutory directive may protect a decision-maker from a successful administrative law challenge, the information gathered to satisfy this directive may influence a court's assessment of duty and breach in a future negligence action. Ideally, therefore, decision-makers should consider the short- and long-term significance of information on climate change impacts in order to reach a decision that is both procedurally and substantively sound. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the vulnerable status of the green and golden bell frog, heavily impacted by coastal development, and highlights the Conservation Ark as a facility in Somersby, New South Wales where the species is thriving, urging readers to donate to support its preservation.

The article reports on the US West Coast supply chain stakeholders are more confident than in prior negotiation cycles that upcoming talks between longshore workers and their employers won't deteriorate into the type of tit-for-tat actions that have accompanied some prior contract negotiations.

Rite Foods Limited has successfully removed over 100,000 plastic bottles from Lagos shorelines through its riteonthebeach initiative. The campaign, launched in August 2021, aims to promote environmental conservation and has created 74 scholarships and over 20 jobs. School children in the Lagos beach communities are actively participating by collecting and dropping off 22 bottles or 1kg of plastics each day. Riteonthebeach has also created the Plastic Neutral Token, a community-driven system that encourages individuals to take responsibility for their plastic waste. The initiative is focused on saving the fishing ecosystem in the remote Lagos fishing communities of Ilashe, Ibeshe, and Ikaare, which are heavily impacted by plastic pollution. [Extracted from the article]

A balancing act between visitors and local communities is needed to reduce pressure on housing stock in coastal areas and help the levelling-up agenda, according to a report by the Coastal Communities Alliance. It said this could put pressure on local housing stock as second homes adversely affected housing affordability and availability. The report said: "There is a fine balancing act between ensuring there is accommodation available for visitors to stay overnight and making sure there are enough homes for tourism workers, something that local and national housing and planning policy may need to consider more closely.". [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- Bali will seek to attract world-class hospitals to the tropical island, adding medical treatment to its roster of offerings that already include white sand beaches and yoga retreats. "It is hoped these international health facilities will absorb 4%-8% of Indonesians who usually seek treatment abroad", Elen Setiadi, acting general secretary at the SEZ National Council, said on Wednesday. [Extracted from the article]

In a statement, the Waterfront Alliance, an environmental nonprofit, said it is pleased that the Army Corps has shifted away from a storm surge barrier at the mouth of New York Harbor to "a more hybrid approach of green and gray infrastructure solutions" but stressed that officials should take a closer look at buyouts, restoring wetlands, relocating key infrastructure and other less-intrusive solutions. Army Corps officials detailed the tentative Alternative 3B plan in a 569-page report, published Sept. 24, that seeks to construct 12 storm surge gates across several major inlets and bays. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants to build a massive $52 billion network of coastal barriers to protect the region from future storms. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the forecasted effect of climate change on Miami, Florida, focusing on the response of developers and building trends to predictions of increased flooding and severe weather. Topics include a discussion of Florida's coastal development; the effect of rising oceans and erosion on Florida's most populated areas; and the financial cost of extreme weather caused by global warming in the U.S.