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CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity) (2009). Ecosystem Based Adaptation. Available at: https://www.cbd.int/article/biodiversityagainstclimatechange-1 | CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity) (2009). Ecosystem Based Adaptation. Available at: https://www.cbd.int/article/biodiversityagainstclimatechange-1 | ||
'''See also''': [[Ecosystem Services]]; [https://www.undrr.org/terminology/resilience Resilience]; [https://www.undrr.org/terminology/vulnerability Vulnerability] | '''See also''': [[Ecosystem Services|<span style="color: fuchsia">Ecosystem Services</span>]]; [https://www.undrr.org/terminology/resilience <span style="color: fuchsia">Resilience</span>]; [https://www.undrr.org/terminology/vulnerability <span style="color: fuchsia">Vulnerability</span>] | ||
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Definition
The use of biodiversity and ecosystem services as part of an overall adaptation strategy to help people to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. EbA aims to maintain and increase the resilience and reduce the vulnerability of ecosystems and people in the face of the adverse effects of climate change.
Source
CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity) (2009). Ecosystem Based Adaptation. Available at: https://www.cbd.int/article/biodiversityagainstclimatechange-1
See also: Ecosystem Services; Resilience; Vulnerability
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