Adapting to climate change in Canadian coastal areas: a new framework based on artificial intelligence

Canadian coastal communities face growing threats from climate change, such as more extreme storms and rising sea levels. These phenomena jeopardize the safety of populations and infrastructure, while municipalities lack the tools to effectively manage these risks. There is an urgent need to adopt integrated strategies to ensure the resilience and sustainability of these regions.

Proposed adaptations:

• Integrate protective infrastructure: artificial dunes, protective walls, seawalls.
• Use a dual-objective optimization model to minimize risk while reducing costs.
• Apply reinforcement learning and predictive control techniques to identify the most effective and environmentally friendly solutions.

This project will provide coastal communities with practical and innovative tools to better adapt to climate challenges and strengthen their resilience.