Coastal Habitats: Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation Strategies for Northwestern California

Laura Hilberg and Jessi Kershner

Posted on: 8/23/2021 - Updated on: 5/23/2023

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Posted by

Arden Drake

Published

2021-08

Abstract

This document summarizes climate change vulnerability assessments for coastal dune systems and coastal bluff and scrub habitats in northwestern California, as well as adaptation strategies and actions that may reduce the climate change vulnerability of these habitats.

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Citation

Hilberg LE, Kershner JM. 2021. Coastal Habitats: Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation Strategies for Northwestern California. Version 1.0. EcoAdapt, Bainbridge Island, WA.

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