Thailand's tropical thresholds : coastal climate resilience and sustainable urban transformations / Ali Cheshmehzangi.
| Author/creator | Cheshmehzangi, Ali author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Singapore : Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd., [2026] |
| Description | xxiv, 231 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Urban sustainability Urban sustainability (Springer (Firm)) ^A1464359 |
| Abstract | "This book dives into in-depth case studies across Thailand's low-lying coastal regions and its rapidly changing urban centers. It focuses on main coastal provinces and regions, where multidisciplinary research shows how hydro-meteorological hazards (such as storm surges, flash floods, erosion) are reshaping both natural environments and human systems. Detailed physico-geomorphological modelling reveals dramatic rates of erosion and accretion, up to -34.5 m/year on mangrove coastlines, versus -4 m/year on sandy beaches, with projections of increased storm severity and flooding because of sea-level rise. The book provides a comprehensive perspective on resilience changes by fusing case-study narratives with institutional analysis, policy evaluation, and UN/Green Climate Fund-backed initiatives. In addition to concrete infrastructure, it highlights nature-based solutions (such as mangrove replanting, sand fences, and crab banks), highlighting the connections between sustainable urban development, multi-scale governance, and local knowledge. In sum, this book offers a detailed yet comprehensive picture of urban and coastal resilience, making it an essential tool for academics, decision-makers, and practitioners involved in climate adaptation in tropical coastal regions." -- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN | 9789819549740 |
| ISBN | 9819549744 hardcover |
| ISBN | electronic book |
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