Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation for Coastal Transport Infrastructure: A Compilation of Policies and Practices
Author
UNCTAD
Year
2020
Type
Communities of Practice
Breakthrough Ambition
Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation for Coastal Transport Infrastructure: A Compilation of Policies and Practices provides a comprehensive overview of the effects of climate change on coastal transport infrastructure and offers various policies and practices to address these challenges. The document emphasizes the vulnerability of ports and coastal transport systems to rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and flooding. It compiles a range of adaptation strategies, risk assessments, and technical solutions to enhance the climate resilience of coastal infrastructure. The aim is to guide policymakers, stakeholders, and industry professionals in developing effective climate change adaptation measures for sustainable and resilient coastal transportation systems.
