Hawaii's Coastal Challenges: From Sea Level Rise to Resilient Infrastructure

In this episode of the American Shoreline Podcast, co-hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham delve into the state of coastal management in Hawaii. Joining them is the esteemed Dr. Charles "Chip" Fletcher, Interim Dean of the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. With his extensive research and expertise in Climate Change, Coastal Community Resiliency, and Natural Coastal Systems, Chip sheds light on the pressing issues facing Hawaii's coastal zones. From sea level rise impacts to shoreline hardening, this episode uncovers the complexities and challenges of managing the Hawaiian coastline. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that combines scientific insight with the beauty of Hawaii's shores.