Climate Change, Water, and Wetlands in Southern Africa
Title | Climate Change, Water, and Wetlands in Southern Africa PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Iucn Regional Office for Southern Africa |
Pages | 70 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN |
Report on a Regional Dialogue on Climate Change, Water, and Wetlands in Southern Africa
Title | Report on a Regional Dialogue on Climate Change, Water, and Wetlands in Southern Africa PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 30 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Climatic changes |
ISBN |
Adaptation to Climate Change in Southern Africa
Title | Adaptation to Climate Change in Southern Africa PDF eBook |
Author | Steffen Bauer |
Publisher | Earthscan |
Pages | 122 |
Release | 2010 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN | 184977501X |
Adverse climate impacts are already evident across Southern Africa and pose a serious threat to the development prospects of the region's societies. Sustainable development in this region will depend on the rapid development and implementation of effective adaptation measures.This volume identifies the new socioeconomic and political boundaries to development that result from ongoing climate change in Southern Africa. The collected papers explore the region's potential for a transition to development strategies that combine meaningful socioeconomic investment and adaptation measures while also improving livelihoods in the region. The chapters are backed up by detailed case studies which underscore the urgent need for national governments and multilateral agencies to develop strategies to support Southern Africa's societies in adapting to climate change.
Change
Title | Change PDF eBook |
Author | Gerardus Johannus Jacobus Bergkamp |
Publisher | IUCN |
Pages | 72 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9782831707020 |
Climate change is here and will be with us for the long term. The challenge facing water professionals is how to make decisions in the face of this new uncertainty. This book outlines a new management approach that moves beyond technical quick fixes towards a more adaptive style that is inclusive and innovative. Only by thinking, working and learning together can we tackle the impacts on water resources and uncertainties induced by climate change.
The United Nations World Water Development Report
Title | The United Nations World Water Development Report PDF eBook |
Author | UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme |
Publisher | UNESCO Publishing |
Pages | 15 |
Release | 2011-12-31 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 9230010049 |
Climate Changes the Water Rules
Title | Climate Changes the Water Rules PDF eBook |
Author | Pavel Kabat |
Publisher | WaterandClimate |
Pages | 122 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Climatic changes |
ISBN | 9032703218 |
One of the most important impacts of global warming is what climate scientists refer to as "an intensification of the hydrological cycle". Loosely translated, this means shorter periods of more intense rainfall, and longer warmer dry periods. This report provides a wealth of information about climate change and variability. It also offers a first ever compendium of specific adaptation strategies for water managers and decision-makers to draw upon and a first overview of international support initiatives on water and climate
Reducing West Africa's Vulnerability to Climate Impacts on Water Resources, Wetlands, And Desertification
Title | Reducing West Africa's Vulnerability to Climate Impacts on Water Resources, Wetlands, And Desertification PDF eBook |
Author | Madiodio Niasse |
Publisher | Iucn |
Pages | 66 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 9782831707822 |