climate change adaptation

process of adjustment to actual or expected climate (3.4) and its effects

Note 1

In human systems, adaptation seeks to moderate or avoid harm or exploit beneficial opportunities.

Note 2

In some natural systems, human intervention can facilitate adjustment to expected climate and its effects.

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Adapted from IPCC, 2014

Norm

Titel

Adaptation to climate change - Principles, requirements and guidelines

Paragraaf

3.1