There has been some degree of reluctance in the past to consider
disaster risk management within the mainstream of adaptation to
climate variability and climate change. However, there is now wide
recognition of the need to incorporate disaster risk management
concerns in dealing with such phenomena. There is also a growing
awareness of the necessity for a multi-sectoral approach in managing
the effects of climate variability and climate change, since this can
lead to a significant reduction of risk. This book presents the latest
findings from scientific research on climate variation, climate
change and their links with disaster risk management. It
showcases projects and other initiatives in this field that are being
undertaken in both industrialised and developing countries, by
universities and scientific institutions, government bodies, national
and international agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders. Finally,
it discusses current and future challenges,
identifying opportunities and highlighting the still
unrealised potential for promoting better understanding of the
connections between climate variation, climate change and disaster
risk management worldwide.
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ISBN
9783642311109
Publisert
2018
Utgiver
Vendor
Springer
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok