NORFOLK, Va., April 6 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news release:
By Jonah Grinkewitz
Nature-based solutions - such as restoring wetlands and oyster reefs - help communities manage flooding and sea level rise. But beyond reducing risk, what value do these strategies provide to residents?
Old Dominion University researcher Laura Costadone, Ph.D., is working to answer that question.
An assistant research professor with Old Dominion University's Institute for Coastal Adaptation and Resilience, Dr. Costadone uses data and modeling tools to measure the economic and recreational value of green spaces, biodiversity and nature-based flood solutions in Hampton Roads. Her research draws on data from social media platforms and tr...