aerial view of of living shoreline and breakwater against marshlandsIn a piece for the Environmental Protection Agency, new member Kelsey Swenson pens a story on natural infrastructure to shield from flooding. Situated on the Chesapeake Bay, the city of Crisfield has been reliant on its surrounding environment since its founding. Storm surges. flooding, and erosion have increased in frequency and intensity, forcing the residents to look for solutions to preserve their cultures and livelihood. From marsh restoration to living breakwaters, see how the city tackles the problem with researchers as Kelsey Swenson writes about their experiences with the project.

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