Trends in climate adaptation solutions for mountain regions

Veruska Muccione (), Julia Aguilera Rodriguez, Anna Scolobig, Rosie Witton, Johanna Zwahlen, Alex Mackey, Julia Barrott, Otto Simonett, Markus Stoffel and Simon K. Allen
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Veruska Muccione: Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL
Julia Aguilera Rodriguez: Institute for Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva
Anna Scolobig: Institute for Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva
Rosie Witton: Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)
Johanna Zwahlen: Zoï Environment Network
Alex Mackey: Zoï Environment Network
Julia Barrott: Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)
Otto Simonett: Zoï Environment Network
Markus Stoffel: Institute for Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva
Simon K. Allen: Institute for Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva

Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change, 2024, vol. 29, issue 7, No 12, 22 pages

Abstract: Abstract This study addresses the critical need for documented adaptation progress in mountain regions by reviewing recently implemented or ongoing adaptation solutions collected from the Adaptation at Altitude Solutions Portal (A@A Solution Portal). Using a data driven approach, the research explores the characteristics, feasibility, and transformative potential of these solutions. Findings reveal a predominant focus on addressing droughts and floods, aligning with the IPCC’s emphasis on water-related impacts in mountains. Notably, watershed management practices emerge as popular solutions, showcasing their capacity to address multiple concerns beyond climate impacts. Education and awareness, along with land use practices, dominate the types of solutions, reflecting their positive impact on project acceptability and low associated risk of maladaptation. Agricultural land and forests are the main ecosystems where solutions are reported, with an evident association with education and awareness and land use change solutions. Most SDGs and Sendai targets are found to be addressed by the solutions emphasising the importance of documenting project experiences as way to bridge previously reported gaps between policy frameworks and on-the-ground implementation. Despite community involvement being high in many of the solutions, challenges such as gender inequality persists. While solutions often demonstrate local relevance and depth of change, upscaling remains challenging, with limited evidence of mainstreaming and replication. Sustainability criteria are moderately met, incorporating inclusive decision-making but with uncertainty regarding long-term plans. Furthermore, findings underscore the significance of co-developing and maintaining adaptation solution portals, illustrating how this approach enriches our understanding of adaptation progress in mountains. Moreover, this research contributes to broadening the scope of systematic adaptation assessments by providing a nuanced perspective that integrates local needs and diverse knowledge systems. In essence, this study makes a valuable contribution to the evolving landscape of adaptation research, emphasizing the importance of practical insights and collaborative efforts to address the complex challenges posed by climate-related impacts and corresponding adaptation efforts.

Date: 2024
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