Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Extreme Events

This report provides information on how ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) can support resilience to extreme events. Included is information on: 1) how EbA can support resilience to extreme events, 2) the role of EbA in urban and rural resilience to extreme events, 3) how EbA differs from ecosystem-based approaches to disaster risk reduction, and 4) how EbA approaches compare with built infrastructure. 

EbA is a nature-based method for climate change adaptation that can reduce the vulnerability of societies and economies to extreme events. EbA provides flexible and cost-effective approaches that enhance resilience through the improved management and conservation of ecosystems. EbA can be an effective adaptation strategy alone or as an element of broader national, regional and community adaptation plans. 

Access other Ecosystem-based Adaptation resources:

• EbA page
• The Economics of Ecosystem-based Adaptation
• Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Water Security
• Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Food Security
• Conserving Ecosystems to Support Climate Resilience in Bangladesh
• Maintaining Water Security in Peru Through Green Infrastructure
• Improving Ecosystem Management to Strengthen Resilience to Extreme Weather in the Philippines
• Maintaining Water Security in Critical Water Catchments in Mongolia
• Restoring Coral Reefs in the Face of Climate Change in the Seychelles