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The Costs of Ecosystem Adaptation: Methodology and Estimates for Indian Forests

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  • Elena Ojea
  • Ranjan Ghosh
  • Bharat B.*Agrawal and P. K.*Joshi

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This paper presents a detailed methodology for estimating the cost of adaptation to climate change impacts on ecosystems. Up to date estimates are built-up following national investments in measures such as protected areas, with inaccurate estimates of the adaptation level needed. Here we propose a new methodology which identifies vulnerable areas due to climate impacts and the specific adaptation options feasible for these regions. An illustration of the methodology for shifts in forest ecosystems in India is presented. Advantages and future requirements for this methodology are finally discussed.

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  • Elena Ojea & Ranjan Ghosh & Bharat B.*Agrawal and P. K.*Joshi, 2009. "The Costs of Ecosystem Adaptation: Methodology and Estimates for Indian Forests," Working Papers 2009-10, BC3.
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