Seabed (nearshore and offshore)

PRESENT	FUTURE	CONFIDENCE
Unknown. At present there are no changes definitely attributable to climate change.	Changed sediment conditions at some coastal environments, such as partially enclosed lagoons and bar-built estuaries, may occur. Sediment supply may be altered if climate change results in the modification, construction or removal of sea-defences.	LOW

PRESENT

FUTURE

CONFIDENCE

Unknown. At present there are no changes definitely attributable to climate change.

Changed sediment conditions at some coastal environments, such as partially enclosed lagoons and bar-built estuaries, may occur.

Sediment supply may be altered if climate change results in the modification, construction or removal of sea-defences.

LOW

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Seabed (nearshore and offshore)

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