Adaptation is increasing across all sectors globally. Yet, the effectiveness of adaptation is
inadequate, and examples of maladaptation are increasing. To reduce the risk of …

ABSTRACT The Paris Agreement articulates a global goal on adaptation, which aims to
ensure an 'adequate adaptation response'to the 'global temperature goal', and requires …

Ocean and coastal ecosystems support life on Earth and many aspects of human well-being.
Covering two-thirds of the planet, the ocean hosts vast biodiversity and modulates the global …

In all cities and urban areas, the risk faced by people and assets from hazards associated
with climate change has increased (high confidence1). Urban areas are now home to 4.2 …

This paper critically reviews the outcomes of internationally-funded interventions aimed at
climate change adaptation and vulnerability reduction. It highlights how some interventions …

Assessing global progress on human adaptation to climate change is an urgent priority.
Although the literature on adaptation to climate change is rapidly expanding, little is known …

Adapting to climate change is necessary to ensure that the impacts will not overwhelm
societies and ecosystems around the world. But planning adaptation is an exercise in …

Climate change research is at an impasse. The transformation of economies and everyday
practices is more urgent, and yet appears ever more daunting as attempts at behaviour …

BACKGROUND Climate disasters are on the rise, with devastating effects on communities,
built infrastructure, and ecosystems. Between 2015 and 2020, the United States has seen an …

Water scarcity is a global challenge, yet existing responses are failing to cope with current
shocks and stressors, including those attributable to climate change. In sub-Saharan Africa …