Archive · 29 Nov 2025
Nature-Based Solutions for Cyclone Resilience
Cyclone Senyar is a big storm expected to hit the Bay of Bengal by late November 2025.
It could cause heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding in places like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.
Scientists say that building more natural things like mangroves, wetlands, and coral reefs can help protect these areas.
These natural solutions can reduce the damage from storms and are also good for the environment and the economy.
For example, mangroves can cut down storm surges by up to 50 per cent, and coral reefs can reduce wave force by up to 90 per cent.
Investing in these natural solutions can save money in the long run and make communities safer.
Cyclone Senyar is expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by late November 2025 in the Bay of Bengal, posing risks to coastal regions in India.
Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) like mangroves, wetlands, and coral reefs can significantly reduce storm damage and enhance resilience.
Global GHG emissions reached a record 57.7 Gt CO2e in 2024, highlighting the urgency of climate action.
NbS are cost-effective and can yield up to $10 in long-term benefits for every $1 invested.
Integrating NbS into policy, financing, and community stewardship is crucial for scaling climate resilience.
- Who
- Coastal regions in India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- What
- Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) for cyclone resilience
- When
- Cyclone Senyar expected by late November 2025
- Where
- Bay of Bengal, coastal regions of India
- Why
- To mitigate climate risks and enhance long-term resilience
- Cyclone Senyar
- Expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by late November 2025 in the Bay of Bengal
- Global GHG Emissions
- 57.7 Gt CO2e in 2024, up 2.3 per cent from the previous year
- Projected Global Warming
- 2.3–2.5°C if existing pledges are met
- Mangroves
- Reduce storm surge by up to 30–50 per cent
- Coral Reefs
- Reduce wave force by up to 90 per cent
- Economic Benefit of NbS
- Every $1 invested in ecosystem restoration can yield up to $10 in long-term benefits