International perspectives on climate change : Latin America and beyond

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International perspectives on climate change : Latin America and beyond

Walter Leal Filho ... [et al.], editors

(Climate change management)

Springer, c2014

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Includes bibliographical references

Other editors: Fatima Alves, Sandra Caeiro, Ulisses M. Azeiteiro

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Description

This collected volume deals with emerging issues related to climate variation, climate change and adaptation technologies, with a special focus on Latin American countries. Presenting a variety of adaptation strategies and projects currently being undertaken and implemented, the book showcases how Latin American nations are struggling to meet the challenges of climate change. Latin America as a whole and Central America in particular is one of the most vulnerable regions of the world and is severely affected by recurrent extreme climate-related events. This volume documents and analyzes the main challenges and lessons learned, serving to disseminate knowledge beyond the region and enhance international research and policy cooperation.

Table of Contents

Preface.- Part I: Impacts of Change Impacts in Regions and Geographical Areas.- Part II: The Management of Climate Change Impacts.- Part III: The Role of Policy-Making and the Contribution of Information, Communication and Stakeholders' Involvement.

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