Coastal Forum
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| This spring, join ULI for an in-depth exploration of the intersection of nature-based solutions and inclusive development in underserved coastal communities. |
Spring 2023 Theme:
Achieving community resilience through promotion of innovative, equitable, and inclusive development along the waterfront
Register for the Coastal Forum Today
Coastal Forum registration is available to all Spring Meeting attendees through the Spring Meeting registration portal, however Associate Members and nonmembers must contact ULI staff in advance for assistance with registration. Please email [email protected] with any registration requests or questions.
Program Overview
8:30 AM
The Science Basis
Overview of the science basis for coastal resilience within the Toronto region and throughout North America
9:00 AM
Keynote
9:20 AM
Panel 1 - Beyond the Property Line: Inclusive Planning for Resilient Coastal Development
Explore how coastal development can be inclusive and ensure equitable outcomes for all members of communities. Discover strategies for involving underrepresented groups in the development process and addressing issues like redlining and climate gentrification.
10:00 AM
Panel 2 - Measuring Performance and Incentivizing Resilience in Coastal Communities
Identify metrics and tools used to measure the performance of resilience interventions in coastal communities and explore the best ways to incentivize resilience. Find innovative pathways for achieving sustainable waterfront development (i.e., achieving net-zero and nature-positive development, and metrics for measuring asset resilience).
10:40 AM
Panel 3 - Climate Gentrification and Social Aspects of Planning
Delve into the social and economic impact of climate change and development on coastal communities in addition to methods for realizing more socially inclusive and equitable development in coastal areas through inclusive and sustainable placemaking.
11:20 AM
Panel 4 - Nature Based Solutions and Other Green Development in Underserved Coastal Areas
Explore the intersection of green development and inclusivity in low-income and marginalized coastal communities, and delve into the use of nature-based solutions to protect and fortify communities vulnerable to the impacts of sea level rise, storms, and other climate hazards. Learn about best practices and case studies from both Canada and the United States (e.g., Lower Don Lands and East Boston’s Trustees’ pier redevelopment project) as well as the benefits and challenges of implementing these strategies.
Closing Remarks
8:30 AM |
The Science Basis |
| Overview of the science basis for coastal resilience within the Toronto region and throughout North America | |
9:00 AM |
Keynote |
9:20 AM |
Panel 1 - Beyond the Property Line: Inclusive Planning for Resilient Coastal Development |
| Explore how coastal development can be inclusive and ensure equitable outcomes for all members of communities. Discover strategies for involving underrepresented groups in the development process and addressing issues like redlining and climate gentrification. | |
10:00 AM |
Panel 2 - Measuring Performance and Incentivizing Resilience in Coastal Communities |
| Identify metrics and tools used to measure the performance of resilience interventions in coastal communities and explore the best ways to incentivize resilience. Find innovative pathways for achieving sustainable waterfront development (i.e., achieving net-zero and nature-positive development, and metrics for measuring asset resilience). | |
10:40 AM |
Panel 3 - Climate Gentrification and Social Aspects of Planning |
| Delve into the social and economic impact of climate change and development on coastal communities in addition to methods for realizing more socially inclusive and equitable development in coastal areas through inclusive and sustainable placemaking. | |
11:20 AM |
Panel 4 - Nature Based Solutions and Other Green Development in Underserved Coastal Areas |
| Explore the intersection of green development and inclusivity in low-income and marginalized coastal communities, and delve into the use of nature-based solutions to protect and fortify communities vulnerable to the impacts of sea level rise, storms, and other climate hazards. Learn about best practices and case studies from both Canada and the United States (e.g., Lower Don Lands and East Boston’s Trustees’ pier redevelopment project) as well as the benefits and challenges of implementing these strategies. | |
Closing Remarks |