Global Coastal Resilience Strategist: Bridging Science and Decision-Making
Dr. Cheryl Hapke (PhD) provides 30+ years of expert coastal resilience strategy, rooted in nature and backed by two decades of USGS research.
DECADES OF LEADERSHIP IN COASTAL SCIENCE
Coastal Vulnerability is Increasing. Is Your Strategy Science-Based?
Coastal managers and financial institutions face unprecedented risks. Without high-level coastal scientific expertise, adaptation plans often fail to address the root causes of erosion and disaster risk. We help you move from reactive planning to proactive resilience.
Rising Coastal Vulnerability
Coastal managers and financial institutions face unprecedented risks from sea-level rise and extreme weather events.
Strategy Gaps
Without high-level coastal scientific expertise, adaptation plans often fail to address the root causes of erosion.
Reactive Planning
Moving from reactive, short-term fixes to science-based, proactive resilience is essential for long-term sustainability.
Expertise in SIDS Adaptation Planning
High-authority scientific guidance to protect coastal communities and ecosystems through evidence-based, Nature-Based Coastal Solutions.
Strategic Advisory
High-level guidance for international groups, governments, and financial institutions on complex coastal adaptation strategies.
- SIDS Adaptation
- Policy Development
- Strategic Roadmaps
RFP & Proposal Review
Ensuring technical accuracy and scientific integrity in coastal projects through expert review of proposals and RFPs.
- Technical Audits
- Feasibility Analysis
- Scientific Integrity
Resilience Assessments
Comprehensive adaptation and planning based on rigorous geomorphic analysis and climate scenario modeling.
- Hazard Modeling and Mapping
- Vulnerability Audits
- Adaptation Planning
Disaster Risk Reduction
Nature-based coastal solutions designed for long-term stability and protection against extreme weather events.
- Nature-Based Solutions
- Risk Evaluation
- Risk Mitigation
"Navigating the complexities of coastal change requires a scientist's perspective."
Why Choose Hapke Coastal for Nature-Based Coastal Solutions?
We don't just provide reports; we provide a scientific foundation for decision-making. Our approach is rooted in decades of government research and international field work.
30+ Years of Field Expertise
From leading high-impact research at the USGS to international SIDS consultancy, our experience spans three decades of coastal science.
Academic Rigor
PhD-led solutions that bridge the gap between complex scientific data and actionable policy decisions. No general consulting, only science-backed strategies.
Nature-Rooted Solutions
Deep expertise in geologic settings like barrier islands, carbonate coasts, and rocky shorelines to design long-term, sustainable resilience.
Expertise Area
Nature-Based Adaptation
Ready to Strengthen Your Coastal Strategy?
Let’s discuss how end-to-end, science-based solutions can protect your assets and environments. Request a strategic consultation with Dr. Hapke today.
30+
Years Experience
80+
Publications
Global
Consultancy Reach
Initiate a Strategic Project Brief
Dr. Hapke reviews each inquiry personally to ensure the highest level of scientific integrity and strategic alignment.
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+1 401 864 8858
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Headquarters
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705