Implementing Climate Change Adaptation In Cities And Communities: Integrating Strategies And Educational Approaches (climate Change Management)
by Walter Leal Filho /
2016 / English / PDF
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This book analyzes how climate change adaptation can be
implemented at the community, regional and national level.
Featuring a variety of case studies, it illustrates strategies,
initiatives and projects currently being implemented across the
world. In addition to the challenges faced by communities, cities
and regions seeking to cope with climate change phenomena like
floods, droughts and other extreme events, the respective
chapters cover topics such as the adaptive capacities of water
management organizations, biodiversity conservation, and
indigenous and climate change adaptation strategies. The
book will appeal to a broad readership, from scholars to
policymakers, interested in developing strategies for effectively
addressing the impacts of climate change.
This book analyzes how climate change adaptation can be
implemented at the community, regional and national level.
Featuring a variety of case studies, it illustrates strategies,
initiatives and projects currently being implemented across the
world. In addition to the challenges faced by communities, cities
and regions seeking to cope with climate change phenomena like
floods, droughts and other extreme events, the respective
chapters cover topics such as the adaptive capacities of water
management organizations, biodiversity conservation, and
indigenous and climate change adaptation strategies. The
book will appeal to a broad readership, from scholars to
policymakers, interested in developing strategies for effectively
addressing the impacts of climate change.
