The Center for Coastal Resources Management (CCRM) develops and supports integrated and adaptive management of coastal zone resources. To fulfill this mission, the Center undertakes research, provides advisory service, and conducts outreach education.
In 2008, legislative changes were enacted for coastal primary dunes and beaches in Virginia. Find out how beaches and dunes act as natural buffers and provide ecological services and how detriments to these systems result in economic impact. Read more in Sand Dune and Beaches in Virginia: Science and Management.