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PSDS: Lousiana Coast
PSDS research staff headed to the Louisiana coast a few days ahead of President Obama’s visit to Grand Isle. Adam Griffith was on the coast of Louisiana for two and a half days and met birders, news crews, and volunteers from various non-profit organizations.
Greenbelt Reports / TVE Asia Pacific
The Greenbelt Reports (GBR) is a multi-media, Asian regional educational project to document the conservation challenges involving mangroves, coral reefs and sand reefs – collectively called ‘greenbelts’ in recognition of their natural protective role against wave action and anticipated climate change impact.
Plastic Gets There First
Surfing legends Chris and Keith Malloy have spent years travelling around the world looking for the best undiscovered surfing spots.
Birthright
This humble film is about a friend of Sean Mullens named Michael and his daily ritual to find his natural self through surfing.
Use of Hardened Beach Structures to Slow Erosion
While the use of hardened beach structures are debated, there is little debate over what they do beaches over time.
Use of Sand Bags on Beaches
Sand bags are used to stabilize buildings that are threatened by the ocean.
Rebuilding Communities in Flood Prone Coastal Zones
Hurricane Katrina destroyed communities in Louisiana. Ike leveled the Port Bolivar peninsula and parts of Galveston.
