Innovations for building coastal resilience locally, nationally, and globally
Science In the Neighborhood
A public lecture series hosted quarterly by the UC Santa Cruz Science Division
Innovations for building coastal resilience locally, nationally, and globally
Presentation by Mike Beck, Director, UC Santa Cruz Center for Coastal Climate Resilience
Q&A with Stefano Profumo, Professor, UC Santa Cruz
Coastal risks are growing from climate change, development, and habitat loss. The Center for Coastal Climate Resilience assesses coastal risks, promotes nature-based adaptations, and identifies innovative solutions to reduce risks to people, property, and the environment. Dr. Beck will describe recent successes in bridging ecology, engineering, and economics to develop solutions at the intersection of science, policy, and finance.
He will show some of the latest innovations, presenting examples from Santa Cruz, across the country, and internationally. These include new policies that open funding for nature as natural infrastructure; the development of nature-positive insurance; and the use of game-engine technology to communicate the cost effectiveness of nature-based solutions.
The event is in-person only. Register here.
Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center, La Feliz Room
100 McAllister Way
Santa Cruz 95060
