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The Problems with Rebuilding Beaches

Provided by: Vox |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12

Synopsis

  • This video shows how coastal erosion affects the vast majority of sandy beaches in the United States. The federal government funds beach nourishment projects in areas where the return on investment is high, but the projects are only a temporary fix. 
  • Students will learn that beach nourishment projects often give property developers and residents a false sense of security. 
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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Economics, Engineering
Authors: Vox
Region: North America, United States
Languages: English

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