Meyer, Lea (2022) Shifting Shores: Quantitative Assessment of the Acceptance of Nature- based Coastal Protection Approaches - A Case Study on the Coastal Zones of the Province of Groningen, The Netherlands. Master thesis.
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Abstract
In the last two decades, the concept of nature-based solutions (NbS) has emerged in the field of coastal flood risk management, where natural structures are used to attenuate the physical effects of waves. While the physical reach of this concept has been explored, there is still a gap in knowledge regarding its public perception and acceptance. Due to the importance of water in Dutch history and the change in water management in the 1980s, it is hypothesised that the Dutch perspective reflects this in the form of values and norms and thus a positive tendency for NbS can be observed. Thus, a case study approach was applied to the coastal regions of the province of Groningen, aiming at finding societal proof (values and norms) for the transition from ‘keeping the water out’ to ‘living with water’. Further organizations on the international, national, and regional levels were investigated based on their influence in shaping public opinion. Data collection consisted of a literature review, participation in a symposium and a questionnaire (n=67) completed in six municipalities in the province of Groningen. In line with the expectation, high biospheric values and awareness of climate stressors and low risk and cost evaluation appeared to be significantly related to NbS acceptance. A quantifiable determination of the level of acceptance on site can guide spatial planners in designing and modifying the design of NbS as a sole or additional method of flood protection. Based upon the socio-cultural background, acceptance can be raised through addressing perceived risks and costs, as well as broadening the educational capacity of coastal actors.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Degree programme: | Environmental & Infrastructure Planning |
| Supervisor: | Miller, C.A. and Niekerk, F. |
| Date Deposited: | 09 Sep 2022 12:51 |
| Last Modified: | 09 Sep 2022 12:51 |
| URI: | https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4038 |
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