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Climate Change Adaptation in Urban Infrastructure

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: The effects of climate change are increasingly affecting urban infrastructure, with rising temperatures, intensified storms, and sea-level rise posing significant threats to cities. This article explores the concept of climate change adaptation in urban infrastructure, focusing on innovative design strategies, construction techniques, and resilient materials that contribute to sustainable urban development. It highlights global case studies that demonstrate successful adaptation, discusses key challenges, and offers policy recommendations for enhancing urban resilience in the face of climate change.

Source: American Journal Of Civil Construction And Environmental Engineering

DOI: 10.71465/ajccee.41

Author: Prof. Emma Johnson

Institution: University of Cambridge

Language: English

Topic: Climate Change and Sustainable Development

Subfield: Global and Planetary Change

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Climate action, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7142090979

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