Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China
Under the context of global climate change, sea-level rise and frequent storm surge events pose significant challenges to coastal areas. Protecting coastlines from erosion, mitigating socio-economic losses, and maintaining ecosystem balance are critical for the sustainable development of coastal zon...
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| author | Xingfan Li Shihui Lin Libing Qian Zhe Wang Chao Cao Qi Gao Jiwen Cai |
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| description | Under the context of global climate change, sea-level rise and frequent storm surge events pose significant challenges to coastal areas. Protecting coastlines from erosion, mitigating socio-economic losses, and maintaining ecosystem balance are critical for the sustainable development of coastal zones. The concept of “living shorelines” based on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) employs near-natural ecological restoration and protection measures. In low-energy coastal segments, natural materials are prioritized, while high-energy segments are supplemented with artificial structures. This approach not only enhances disaster resilience but also preserves coastal ecosystem stability and ecological functionality. This study constructs a coastal vitality evaluation system for Fujian Province, China, using the entropy weight method, integrating three dimensions: protective safety, ecological resilience, and economic vitality. Data from 2010 and 2020 were analyzed to assess the spatiotemporal evolution of coastal vitality. Results indicate that coastal vitality initially exhibited a spatial pattern of “low in the north, high in the center, and low in the south,” with vitality values ranging from 0.20 to 0.67 (higher values indicate stronger vitality). Over the past decade, ecological restoration projects have significantly improved coastal vitality, particularly in central and southern regions, where high-vitality segments increased markedly. Key factors influencing coastal vitality include water quality, cyclone intensity, biological shoreline length, and wetland area. NbS-aligned coastal management strategies and soft revetment practices have generated substantial ecological and economic benefits. To further enhance coastal vitality, region-specific approaches are recommended, emphasizing rational resource utilization, optimization of ecological and economic values, and the establishment of a sustainable evaluation framework. This study provides scientific insights for improving coastal protection capacity, ecological resilience, and economic potential. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-210a9c5374fb4242a4e74e47571cd8d82025-08-20T03:58:26ZengMDPI AGJournal of Marine Science and Engineering2077-13122025-07-01137130710.3390/jmse13071307Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, ChinaXingfan Li0Shihui Lin1Libing Qian2Zhe Wang3Chao Cao4Qi Gao5Jiwen Cai6South China Sea Marine Survey Center, Ministry of Natural Resources, Guangzhou 510300, ChinaThird Institute of Oceanography, Ministry of Natural and Resources, Xiamen 361005, ChinaSouth China Sea Marine Survey Center, Ministry of Natural Resources, Guangzhou 510300, ChinaThird Institute of Oceanography, Ministry of Natural and Resources, Xiamen 361005, ChinaThird Institute of Oceanography, Ministry of Natural and Resources, Xiamen 361005, ChinaGuangzhou Sanhai Marine Engineering Surveying and Designing Company Limited, Guangzhou 510300, ChinaGuangzhou Sanhai Marine Engineering Surveying and Designing Company Limited, Guangzhou 510300, ChinaUnder the context of global climate change, sea-level rise and frequent storm surge events pose significant challenges to coastal areas. Protecting coastlines from erosion, mitigating socio-economic losses, and maintaining ecosystem balance are critical for the sustainable development of coastal zones. The concept of “living shorelines” based on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) employs near-natural ecological restoration and protection measures. In low-energy coastal segments, natural materials are prioritized, while high-energy segments are supplemented with artificial structures. This approach not only enhances disaster resilience but also preserves coastal ecosystem stability and ecological functionality. This study constructs a coastal vitality evaluation system for Fujian Province, China, using the entropy weight method, integrating three dimensions: protective safety, ecological resilience, and economic vitality. Data from 2010 and 2020 were analyzed to assess the spatiotemporal evolution of coastal vitality. Results indicate that coastal vitality initially exhibited a spatial pattern of “low in the north, high in the center, and low in the south,” with vitality values ranging from 0.20 to 0.67 (higher values indicate stronger vitality). Over the past decade, ecological restoration projects have significantly improved coastal vitality, particularly in central and southern regions, where high-vitality segments increased markedly. Key factors influencing coastal vitality include water quality, cyclone intensity, biological shoreline length, and wetland area. NbS-aligned coastal management strategies and soft revetment practices have generated substantial ecological and economic benefits. To further enhance coastal vitality, region-specific approaches are recommended, emphasizing rational resource utilization, optimization of ecological and economic values, and the establishment of a sustainable evaluation framework. This study provides scientific insights for improving coastal protection capacity, ecological resilience, and economic potential.https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/13/7/1307marine geologycharacteristicevaluatenature-based solutionsdevelopment mode |
| spellingShingle | Xingfan Li Shihui Lin Libing Qian Zhe Wang Chao Cao Qi Gao Jiwen Cai Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China Journal of Marine Science and Engineering marine geology characteristic evaluate nature-based solutions development mode |
| title | Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China |
| title_full | Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China |
| title_fullStr | Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China |
| title_full_unstemmed | Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China |
| title_short | Characteristics and Evaluation of Living Shorelines: A Case Study from Fujian, China |
| title_sort | characteristics and evaluation of living shorelines a case study from fujian china |
| topic | marine geology characteristic evaluate nature-based solutions development mode |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/13/7/1307 |
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