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Cost Benefit Analysis
A method of comparing advantages and disadvantages of protecting a coastline by assessing costs, problems, and environmental effects.
Positives of social reasons in coastline protection
Safety and security for residents.
Negatives of social reasons in coastline protection
Property values decrease, homes lost to erosion, reduced settlements and tourism.
Positives of environmental reasons in coastline protection
Preservation and protection of wildlife.
Negatives of environmental reasons in coastline protection
Sea defences can disturb natural wildlife habitats.
Negatives of economic reasons in coastline protection
Farmland loss leading to job loss, some sea defences limiting tourism, high costs of sea defences diverting funds from other needs.
Social reasons
Factors related to people's well-being and community impacts.
Economic reasons
Factors related to financial implications and job market effects.
Environmental reasons
Factors related to ecological impacts and wildlife preservation.
Erosion
The process by which land is worn away, often leading to loss of property and coastline.
Wildlife preservation
The protection of animal and plant species in their natural habitats.
Sea defences
Structures built to protect coastlines from erosion and flooding.
Impact of erosion on tourism
Erosion can lead to reduced accessibility and appeal of tourist areas.
Property value decline
Decrease in the worth of homes and businesses due to environmental threats.
Investment in sea defences
Allocating funds to build barriers against sea erosion and flooding.
Coastal settlements
Communities located along coastlines that can be affected by erosion.
Tourism limitations due to sea defences
Barriers may obstruct access or deter visitors, impacting local business.
House compensation
Financial reimbursement for homeowners who lose property value or face damage.
Safety and security benefits
Improved protection for residents living near vulnerable coastlines.
Environmental disturbances from sea defences
Disruption of the natural habitat and wildlife due to construction of defences.
Financial resources allocation
Deciding where to invest money, which can be limited by spending on sea defences.
Farmland loss
Destruction of agricultural land as a result of coastal erosion.
Job loss due to erosion
Unemployment resulting from the decrease in viable farmland and coastal industries.
Positive impacts of tourism
Economic benefits brought by visitors, supporting local businesses.
Coastal protection challenges
Difficulties faced when implementing strategies to protect coastal areas.
Environmental balance
Achieving a balance between human activity and preservation of nature.
