Why America’s Coastlines Are in Trouble: The Unreal Costs of Rising Seas

Climate change is often discussed in terms of catastrophic events, but what if the real story lies in the small, everyday impacts we’re already experiencing? I’m hosting Grey Gowder, an expert in resilience and sustainability, to explore the economic and environmental impact of rising sea levels, overbuilding, and disappearing ecosystems. Grey shares his insights on the low country’s evolving landscape, where marshes are shrinking, water tables are rising, and local communities are at risk of being erased by the changing tides. He introduces the concept of "adaptive reuse" in architecture, arguing that the most sustainable building is the one already in existence.So, what can we do to ensure a safer, more resilient future? It starts with asking the right questions at the local level and advocating for better community networks to build a world that’s not just about surviving climate change but adapting and thriving in it.Join (for free) the only newsletter breaking down global demographic trends into actionable strategies for your business and your community.Subscribe here → https://populationnext.substack.com/In This Episode:- Climate change in the low country- The impact of overbuilding and urban planning - Adaptive reuse of structures and sustainable development - Challenges in addressing climate change and future planning - Paul Hawken’s concept of Regeneration- Creating resilience for marginalized communities- What questions should citizens ask their municipalities?Resource Mentioned in the Episode:Paul Hawken’s Book, Regeneration: Ending The Climate Crisis In One Generation: https://www.amazon.com/Regeneration-Ending-Climate-Crisis-Generation/dp/0143136976 Order Bradley’s Book:The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny: https://a.co/d/gmG6t2P About Grey Gowder:Grey Gowder is a producer, filmmaker, and the founder of Carolina Ocean Alliance, The Hope Summit, and Enduring Curiosity. Grey is deeply engaged in addressing the challenges posed by climate change to coastal communities through storytelling. With a focus on the low country of the American Southeast, Grey emphasizes the importance of integrating natural ecosystems with urban development to foster resilience.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whittaker-grey-gowder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greygowder/ Get in Touch with Bradley Schurman: Website: https://populationnext.substack.com   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigschur/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyschurman/ Subscribe:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurman?sub_confirmation=1