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Rising Waters

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Holland Island, MD.
The Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries share 11,000 miles of shore- and coastline. Conservative estimates by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predict an 8 inch–2 foot rise in waters in the area by the end of this century. This scenario, combined with storm surge, will have a significant impact on Chesapeake Bay coastal communities in Maryland and Virginia. Panelists discuss strategies to adapt to rising waters, including wetland and reef restoration, engineering, reducing impermeable surfaces and the role of parks and other green infrastructure.
Mark Bryer, director, Chesapeake Bay Program, The Nature Conservancy
Sandra Cannon-Brown, adjunct professorial lecturer, American University (moderator)
Vicky Carrasco, coastal communities specialist, Maryland Sea Grant Extension
Dr. Victoria Chanse, assistant professor, Plant Science and Landscape Architecture, University of Maryland


1.5 LU HSW (AIA) / 1.5 CM (AICP) / 1.5 PDH (LA CES)


$12 Museum and Nature Conservancy Members; $12 Students; $20 Non-members. Prepaid registration required. Walk-in registration based on availability.
The Nature Conservancy

Rising Waters
is generously sponsored by The Nature Conservancy.
 
 
 
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Registration is for event planning purposes only and does not guarantee a seat. Online registration for Museum programs closes at midnight the day before the scheduled program.
The Museum's award-winning Shop and Firehook Café are open for one hour prior to the start of the program. Shop and Café hours are subject to change.
Photo: The last house on Holland Island, MD before its collapse. Credit: Jay Fleming of the International League of Conservation Photographers.
 

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Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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