Slr(2022) Apr 2026

Sea levels are projected to rise by an average of 10–12 inches (0.25–0.3 meters) .

The Application Guide for the 2022 Technical Report recommends a structured approach for integrating these projections into local planning:

Evaluate the project's sensitivity to flooding. Critical infrastructure generally requires planning for higher-impact, lower-probability scenarios. SLR(2022)

Application Guide for the 2022 Sea Level Rise Technical Report

Establish the planning horizon (e.g., 2050, 2100) based on the asset's expected lifespan. Sea levels are projected to rise by an

The rise expected in the next 30 years is equivalent to the total rise witnessed over the previous 100 years.

Identify the project type, specific area, and functional goals. and functional goals. Develop short-

Develop short-, medium-, and long-term solution sets, such as nature-based defenses or elevating infrastructure. Key Planning Principles