Bonyhady, Tim; Macintosh, Andrew; McDonald, Jan --- "Adaptation to Climate Change: Law and Policy" (The Federation Press, 2010) [2010] ELECD 55

Editor(s): Bonyhady, Tim; Macintosh, Andrew; McDonald, Jan

Title: Adaptation to Climate Change: Law and Policy

Abstract (book): While climate policy has focused overwhelmingly on the science and on reducing emissions, policy makers are increasingly focused on how to adapt to changes are already “locked in”, changes that will bring significant social economic and environmental impacts. Adaptation will require technological innovation as well as behavioural and attitudinal change. This book covers the legal dimensions of adaptation and addresses challenges across sector interests. It considers whether existing regulatory and governance frameworks are supportive, adaptable or barriers to necessary change. The authors cover the key issues: sea level rise, planning; water security; climate justice; conservation regimes; the role of the courts; insurance; compensation; and the law of disasters.

Publisher: The Federation Press

Date of publication (paperback): 21 October 2010

ISBN Paperback: 9781862877962

Topic: Environmental Law; Environment

Length (hardback; soft): 304