How can we cope with coastal erosion?

Discuss and raise awareness of the findings and innovative recommendations included in the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities October 2026 report “How can we cope with coastal erosion?”.

TIME & PLACE

November 19, 15:00 - November 28, 16:30

ORGANISERSCouncil of Europe / Congress of Local and Regional Authorities,

Should we move from protection to “planned retreat” for coastal assets and communities? What would persuade governments at all levels to embrace this approach? What is the role for multilevel governance? Why is the role of subnational authorities so critical to progress? How would this change be funded?

Organisers

Council of Europe / Congress of Local and Regional Authorities