Climate change adaptation and economics-a case study in the Solomon Islands

Type Conference Paper - Coasts and Ports 2011 : Diverse and Developing: Proceedings of the 20th Australasian Coastal and Ocean Engineering Conference and the 13th Australasian Port and Harbour Conference.
Title Climate change adaptation and economics-a case study in the Solomon Islands
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Publication (Day/Month/Year) 2011
URL http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=721203080478114;res=IELENG
Abstract
Numerous studies undertaken to date generally assess the viability of various options for projects using a standard economic cost benefit analysis under existing climate conditions. This then provides a decision support tool for policy makers and managers in the selection of suitable alternatives. Climate change has resulted in a complication to this assessment process, as the expected damages and impacts will vary over time. This paper reviews one particular method that was adopted recently in the Solomon Islands, and determines its applicability to other projects.

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