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Implementing Climate Change Adaptation in Cities and Communities

Integrating Strategies and Educational Approaches

Walter Leal Filho editor Kathryn Adamson editor Rachel M Dunk editor Ulisses M Azeiteiro editor Sam Illingworth editor Fátima Alves editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:21st Jun '16

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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.

ISBN: 9783319285894

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 966g

405 pages

1st ed. 2016