steelTalks is a series on topics of interest to the global steel community. The lectures are presented in a webinar format with a guest lecturer. With 37% of the world’s population living near coastlines, climate change and rising sea levels pose significant challenges. This webinar examines the impact of material decay and corrosion on infrastructure and how understanding these processes can help mitigate future damage.
Description
37% of the world’s population lives within 100 km of the coast. Climate change will cause major damages to coastlines and low-level land masses, due to the rise of seawater levels and more frequent extreme events. Major investments will be needed to minimise the damage to land, people and economies. A marine environment corrodes steel and most other metals due to the high Chloride content in the seawater. Using stainless steels in critical places in these structures will provide a long-lasting solution.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Examine the challenges posed by rising sea levels on coastal infrastructure.
• Analyze different approaches to coastal defense and their long-term viability.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of stainless steel in coastal protection projects.
• Apply lifecycle costing principles to coastal infrastructure planning.
Course content
Learning Outcomes
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Advises on infrastructure or design adaptations to enhance site climate resilience.3
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Guides scenario planning for long-term climate impacts on environmental permits, liabilities, or infrastructure.4
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Understands why continuity planning is important for environmental protection.1
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