Low lying area behind a dike (IMAGE)

Kiel University

Low lying area behind a dike

Caption

Nature-based adaptation options in the event of rising sea levels are attracting increasing attention. One example of this is managed realignment, which aims to create a natural buffer zone between the sea and the dike.

Credit

© Joshua Kiesel, Kiel University

Usage Restrictions

Credit must be given to the creator. Only noncommercial uses of the work are permitted. No derivatives or adaptations of the work are permitted.

License

CC BY-NC-ND

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.