Climate change adaptation options and policies in Japanese forests and forest sector

Forests are increasingly vulnerable to climate change. Changes in temperatures and precipitation patterns could affect the composition, health and productivity of the forests and the values people derive from them. In response to these observed and anticipated changes, scientists and decision-makers are increasingly considering the use of strategies intended to increase the adaptability of forests to climate change. In Japan, climate change adaptation in forests has been identified as a priority by the government. However, while the vulnerability of Japanese forests to climate change is scientifically established and politically acknowledged, there is very limited research on possible adaptation options and policies. TO BE CONT’D

Faculty Supervisor:

Shannon Hagerman;Robert Kozak

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Partner:

Forest Research and Management Organization;Institute for Global Environmental Strategies

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

The University of British Columbia

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