The figure above, based on research by Dilley
et al (2005), shows cyclone mortality risks.
Coastal regions in red face the highest risk of significant
impacts, while coastal areas in blue have the lowest hazard
risk. Overview
Coastal erosion, already a problem due to maladaptive practices
in many regions, is likely to be exacerbated by climate change
(specifically by increase in sea level and frequency of storm
surges). Expected impacts include:
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inundation of coastal regions and other lowlands;
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shoreline erosion and impacts on coastal infrastructure;
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threatened livelihoods in agriculture, tourism, infrastructure
and other key sectors.
Not all regions will be similarly affected - some regions will
be more vulnerable than others.
Adaptation projects should focus on reducing vulnerability
and/or increasing adaptive capacity of communities and/or
ecosytems to climate change (including variability) in coastal
zones. Projects are expected to encompass a suite of adaptation
measures including piloting measures, institutional strengthening
and/or capacity building. Projects should include at least
two of the above three elements.
UNDP Programme Officers are encouraged to draw on the latest
scientific findings on the vulnerability of coastal zones
to climate change when formulating adaptation projects. The
"Relevant Links" section below provides some starting
points for additional information.
Funding for Adaptation Projects
Adaptation-related projects that address climate change impacts
on coastal zones are potentially eligible under any of
the currently active funds. LDCs, with projects focusing
on short-term adaptation strategies, must submit proposals
under the LDCF.
Projects that focus on long-term adaptation measures must
be submitted under the SCCF
(please note: for non-LDCs, adaptation projects with short-term
measures are not eligible for funding under any adaptation
fund as they should be covered by baseline activities).
Projects submitted under the SPA
are required to demonstrate global environmental benefits
in an appropriate focal area. |
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