The book advances knowledge about climate change adaptation
practices through a series of case studies. It presents important
evidence about adaptation practices in agriculture, businesses, the
coastal zone, community services, disaster management, ecosystems,
indigneous populations, and settlements and infrastructure. In
addition to 38 case studies across these sectors, the book contains
horizon-scoping essays from international experts in adaptation
research, including Hallie Eakin, Susanne Moser, Jonathon Overpeck,
Bill Solecki, and Gary Yohe.
Australia's social-ecological systems have a long history
of adapting to climate variability and change, and in recent
decades has been a world-leader in implementing and researching
adaptation, making this book of universal relevance to all those
working to adapt our environment and societies to climate
change.
