Dr. Pedersen is a globally recognized expert in coastal resilience, with over three decades of experience designing nature-based and hybrid solutions to protect vulnerable shorelines. As Regional Technical Director at DHI, he has led transformative projects across Asia, the Pacific, and Europe—integrating climate adaptation, sediment dynamics, and stakeholder engagement into sustainable coastal strategies. His work spans shoreline management planning, erosion mitigation, and climate risk modeling, with a focus on restoring morphological balance and enhancing long-term resilience.