Coastal zones
The CTCN brings together stakeholders who want to leverage ecosystem services from lakes, rivers, oceans and coastal zones to capture carbon emissions, also commonly referred to as Blue Carbon. A key approach is to adapt coastal zones to climatic changes through technologies such as wetland restoration, beach nourishment and a combination of other well-established and innovative technologies. Browse through our Coastal Zone pages to see how you can connect with our growing network of organisations and businesses. Below you will find related publications, partners, CTCN technical assistance, technologies and other information for exploring this topic further.


Coastal zones
- Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:ReviewCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Approach:
The establishment of an Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Plan to protect the mangroves through Ecosystem based adaptation solutions
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:ImplementationCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Context
Restoring damaged coral reefs in Palau with heat‐tolerant corals
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:DesignCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Approach:Context
Coral reefs are central to the economy and livelihoods of Palau while providing risk reduction benefits. However, climate change is posing a serious threat to the survival of corals. Rise in sea surface temperature and ocean acidification as a result of climate change is causing more frequent and severe coral bleaching events. Future projections also indicate that widespread coral bleaching will occur annually in Palau’s coral reefs by 2040.
Development of a Marine Dynamics database for the Panamanian coasts to assess vulnerability and climate change impacts to sea level rise
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:CompletedCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Context
The establishment of an Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Plan to protect Iives, properties and the environment
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:CompletedCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Context
The coastal zone is one of the nation's greatest environmental and economic assets of Liberia. However, the evolution of coastline variations is considered as one of the most dynamic processes affecting this area. Liberia has initiated its Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) in 2019. Integrated Coastal Zone Management has been identified as one of the three and the most important technologies priorities for the country along with Flood Early Warning System and Armour or Rock Revetment.
Building a circular economy and reducing emissions in the waste sector
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:ImplementationCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:FAST TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
West African coastal classification, hazard management and standardized communication scheme utilizing the Coastal Hazard Wheel
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:CompletedCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Approach:Context
Technologies for coastal management of the province of Buenos Aires
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:CompletedCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:This technology transfer advances Argentina’s
- Nationally Determined Contribution and its identified adaptation need to intensify and increase early warning systems for intense rains and floods, and to implement structural and non-structural measures to face extreme events.
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Capacity development to address risks in coastal zones
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:ImplementationCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Approach:Context
Technology for Monitoring & Assessment of Climate Change Impact on Geomorphology in the Coastal Areas of Bangladesh
Type:Technical AssistanceDate of submission:Phase:CompletedCountries:Objective:Sectors:Cross-sectoral enabler:Approach:This Technology Transfer Advances Bangladesh's
- Nationally Determined Contribution and its adaptation goals focusing among other things on coastal zone management, flood control and erosion protection.
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