Adaptation 08
Adaptation 08 : The adjustment in natural or human systems in response to actual or expected climatic stimuli or their effects, which moderates harm or exploits beneficial opportunities. Comment: This definition is sourced from the secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Adaptation can occur in automatic fashion, for example through market changes, or as a result of formal adaptation policies and plans. Many disaster risk reduction measures can directly contribute to better adaptation. (UN ISDR)
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