International perspectives on climate change : Latin America and beyond
Walter Leal Filho (Editor), Fátima Alves (Editor), Sandra Caeiro (Editor), Ulisses Azeiteiro (Editor)
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
1 online resource (390 pages) : illustrations
9783319044897, 3319044893
875630508
Printed edition:
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