This paper investigates the demographic disparities in the risk of isolation caused by sea level rise (SLR) in the coastal U.S. Using socio-demographic data and an isolation metric, the study identifies social and economic inequalities under various SLR scenarios (1–10 ft). Black and Hispanic populations face disproportionate isolation risks at intermediate SLR levels (4 ft and above), while renters and older adults consistently exhibit higher risks. These findings highlight significant inequities in the burdens associated with SLR.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Nov 30, 2023
Authors
Kelsea Best, Qian He, Allison C. Reilly, Deb A. Niemeier, Mitchell Anderson, Tom Logan
Tags
sea level rise
demographic disparities
isolation risks
socio-economic inequalities
coastal U.S.
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