Recommendations for Advancing the Implementation of Nature-Based Adaptation Strategies in the Great Marsh: Melissa Gaydos Merriam, National Wildlife Federation

1. Recommendations for Advancing the
Implementation of Nature-Based
Adaptation Strategies in the Great Marsh
GREAT MARSH REGIONAL COASTAL ADAPTATION PLAN
Great Marsh Symposium
November 9, 2017

2. 1. Understand site-specific considerations
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3. 2. Understand the permitting process early on
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4. 3. Work with partners to access creative
resources and funding
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5. 4. Develop and enhance support from the
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6. 1. Understand site-specific considerations
Recommendations for Advancing the Implementation of Nature-Based
Adaptation Strategies in the Great Marsh
2. Understand the permitting process early on
3. Work with partners to access creative
resources and funding
4. Develop and enhance support from the
general population to address long-term
challenges

7. How our Neighbors are
Moving Forward
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