Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation Strategies in Coastal Communities
Keywords:
Climate change, Coastal communities, Vulnerability, Adaptation strategiesAbstract
the vulnerability of coastal communities to climate change impacts such as sea-level rise, storm surges, and coastal erosion. Using vulnerability assessment methods and participatory approaches, we identify socio-economic, environmental, and institutional factors influencing community resilience and adaptation capacity. Our findings contribute to the development of adaptation strategies and policy interventions aimed at reducing climate risks and enhancing adaptive capacity in vulnerable coastal regions.
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