Climate

Global Change and Local Adaptation

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Nature
Cover of the book Climate by , Springer Netherlands
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9789400717701
Publisher: Springer Netherlands Publication: August 31, 2011
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9789400717701
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Publication: August 31, 2011
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

Rising sea levels and altered weather patterns are expected to significantly alter coastal and inland environments for humans, infrastructure and ecosystems. Potential land-use changes and population increases, coupled with uncertain predictions for sea level rise and storm frequency/intensity represent a significant planning challenge. While efforts to mitigate climate change continue, plans must be made to adapt to the risks that climate change poses to humans, infrastructure, and ecosystems alike. This book addresses integrated environmental assessment and management as part of the nexus of climate change adaptation. Risk analysis has emerged as a useful approach to guide assessment, communication and management of security risks. However, with respect to climate change, an integrated, multi-criteria, multi-hazard, risk-informed decision framework is desirable for evaluating adaptation strategies. The papers in Part 1 summarize societal and political needs for climate change adaptation. Part 2 includes papers summarizing the state of the art in climate change adaptation. Three further parts cover: the process of change in coastal regions, in inland regions, and, finally, the potential challenges to homeland security for national governments. Each of these parts reviews achievements, identifies gaps in current knowledge, and suggests research priorities.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Rising sea levels and altered weather patterns are expected to significantly alter coastal and inland environments for humans, infrastructure and ecosystems. Potential land-use changes and population increases, coupled with uncertain predictions for sea level rise and storm frequency/intensity represent a significant planning challenge. While efforts to mitigate climate change continue, plans must be made to adapt to the risks that climate change poses to humans, infrastructure, and ecosystems alike. This book addresses integrated environmental assessment and management as part of the nexus of climate change adaptation. Risk analysis has emerged as a useful approach to guide assessment, communication and management of security risks. However, with respect to climate change, an integrated, multi-criteria, multi-hazard, risk-informed decision framework is desirable for evaluating adaptation strategies. The papers in Part 1 summarize societal and political needs for climate change adaptation. Part 2 includes papers summarizing the state of the art in climate change adaptation. Three further parts cover: the process of change in coastal regions, in inland regions, and, finally, the potential challenges to homeland security for national governments. Each of these parts reviews achievements, identifies gaps in current knowledge, and suggests research priorities.

More books from Springer Netherlands

Cover of the book Variation-Aware Adaptive Voltage Scaling for Digital CMOS Circuits by
Cover of the book Optimization of Aerosol Drug Delivery by
Cover of the book Ship Design by
Cover of the book Historic Titles in International Law by
Cover of the book An Introduction to Swedish Law by
Cover of the book Anthony Collins The Man and His Works by
Cover of the book Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing by
Cover of the book Transformations Through Space and Time by
Cover of the book The Dynamics and Evolution of Social Systems by
Cover of the book Perspectives on the Intersection of Multiculturalism and Positive Psychology by
Cover of the book International Responsibility for Hostile Acts of Private Persons against Foreign States by
Cover of the book Keith Lehrer by
Cover of the book Up from Clinical Epidemiology & EBM by
Cover of the book Hops by
Cover of the book Seaweeds and their Role in Globally Changing Environments by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy