
Today’s once-in-a-lifetime coastal flood could occur annually by 2050 and daily by 2100.
Taherkhani et al., 2020
Photo via Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego
Build coastal resilience with us.
At CSRS, our mission is to build coastal resilience competence among local decision-makers through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation.

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We've imagined 3 pillars of coastal resilience:
Climate Risk and Insurance
We've taken a leadership role in addressing the critical intersection of climate risk and insurance, including our 2024 workshop, "The Economic Risks of Climate Change for California Communities." In 2025 we will host 2 more events: May 2025: The economic impacts of fire, sea level rise, and heat events on California Communities and...
Ports and Coastal Resilience
Join our interdisciplinary program exploring ports and harbors as critical connectors ("blue glue") between communities, industry, and coastal stakeholders. This initiative aims to create jobs, tackle the climate crisis, and address equity and inclusion goals collectively.
Coastal Resilience Mapping Tool
We have initiated development of an innovative story map platform built on ArcGIS to support coastal and bayfront communities as they adapt to climate change impacts. The CRMT will serve as a crucial resource for both communities and regulators across the 101 Cities of the SF Bay...
Leadership Spotlight: Janelle Kellman
Janelle Kellman, a renowned advocate for climate risk and resilience, has championed initiatives addressing sea level rise, blue economy innovation, and ocean health. As an attorney, former Mayor of Sausalito (2022), and former President of the North Bay Division, League of California Cities, she has influenced regional and international strategies for a sustainable future.​​​
​See Janelle's Speaking Engagements and Contributions
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Featured speaker at UN Ocean Conferences, SF Climate Week, and Monaco Ocean Week.
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Podcaster with appearances on NPR’s SeaChange and My Climate Journey.
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Advocate for workforce development in the maritime sector and climate risk insurance.
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Explore Janelle's Journey and Impact
