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A Century of Sand Debt Comes Due in Malibu
Malibu is facing the environmental and financial consequences of a century of coastal management decisions that have deprived its beaches of sand. The 'sand debt' refers to the accumulated erosion caused by development, dams and armoring of the coastline that blocked the natural flow of sediment to the shore. As seas rise and beaches narrow, restoring the coastline is expected to carry a steep cost, raising questions about who pays and whether replenishment can keep pace.
Why now: Rising seas and eroding beaches are forcing coastal communities to reckon with the long-term cost of past development choices.
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- A Century of Sand Debt Comes Due in Malibu · Inside Climate News
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