Monterey Bay

Monterey Bay

Monterey Bay’s iconic coastline and coastal habitats are threatened by the “coastal squeeze” between climate change induced sea level rise and human development. To protect Monterey Bay’s world-famous natural resources, communities must make difficult choices about...
California

California

California’s iconic coastline is threatened by the coastal squeeze between upland development and climate change induced sea level rise. The Nature Conservancy and partners are demonstrating the effectiveness of coastal resilience adaptation planning statewide through their engagements in Monterey Bay, and Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.

At the Waters Edge

At the Waters Edge

Limited space, geographic isolation, scarce freshwater supplies and significant dependence on tourism and fisheries represent real challenges to these island nations.

U.S. Virgin Islands

U.S. Virgin Islands

Sea-level rise resulting from climate change will have a significant impact on the biodiversity, infrastructure, communities, and businesses of the US Virgin Islands.