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Why Pacific Islanders are staying put even as rising seas flood their homes and crops

January 10, 2023 9:13 am Published by Comments Off on Why Pacific Islanders are staying put even as rising seas flood their homes and crops

Relocation and retreat are not a panacea for climate risk in vulnerable locations. In many cases, people prefer to adapt in place and protect at-risk areas. No climate adaptation policy should be decided without the full and direct participation of the affected local people and communities.