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When the sea steals homes and jobs

Harvard Graduate School of EducationUSAModerate confidence1 min

What changed

Research from the Salata Institute is focused on assisting communities and governments in West Africa's Gulf of Guinea region. This research addresses the difficult decisions surrounding protection, adaptation, and potential retreat in response to environmental changes affecting homes and livelihoods.

Why it matters

This research addresses the complex challenges of environmental change, particularly coastal impacts, which threaten human settlements and economic stability. Understanding effective strategies for adaptation, protection, and managed retreat is crucial for long-term regional stability and sustainable development.

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The Salata Institute is conducting research in West Africa's Gulf of Guinea.

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