Impacts of Climate Change on Economic Sectors in South Asia

Event: Training on Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management

Impacts of Climate Change on Economic Sectors in South Asia

27 June 2016

Author / Speaker:

Richard Jones, Met Office Hadley Centre - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Many economic sectors are dependent on or sensitive to weather and climate. Extreme weather events that bring multiple hazards have serious economic impacts, affecting people, infrastructure, and livelihood. This presentation highlights how climate change can affect various economic sectors, especially when affected by other stressors.

Geographical Focus:

Subregional- South Asia

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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