Helping Communities Address Coastal Erosion in Thailand: DCU Water Institute Research Offers a Global Blueprint

Coastal erosion is a silent but powerful force, reshaping coastlines and threatening communities worldwide. In the Gulf of Thailand, where coaster erosion has been especially severe, communities are responding with resilience and innovation, and new research from the DCU Water Institute shows how.

Led by Dr. Danny Marks, the study dives deep into the human side of coastal change, exploring how Thai communities are not just surviving, but actively managing retreat. The research combines environmental science with social and economic insights to uncover effective, on-the-ground strategies.

From planting mangroves to implementing community-led policy changes, the findings provide a crucial blueprint for global sustainability. By analysing successful local practices, the research offers practical, proven lessons for policymakers, environmental researchers, and communities facing similar challenges, from Ireland to the Philippines.

Thailand provides a powerful case study because its coastal communities are at the frontline of climate change. The innovative approaches documented in this research not only strengthen local resilience but also offer globally transferable solutions for managing coastal risk.

“Understanding how communities adapt to coastal change is critical for developing solutions that are both effective and socially acceptable,” says Dr. Marks.

The DCU Water Institute is proud to support research that addresses the world’s most critical water and environmental challenges, transforming knowledge into actionable solutions for a sustainable future.

📖 Explore the full research article here: https://authors.elsevier.com/c/1lnB23RKL03g8n

👉 You can also learn more about Dr. Danny Marks’s background and expertise on his profile page: https://www.dcu.ie/researchsupport/research-profile?person_id=15569