Climate Adaptation
Climate Change and Himalayan Ecosystem – Uttarakhand
IRADe examined how agriculture, water and forests will be affected by climate change, which could lead to loss of livelihoods of the poor in the Himalayan ecosystem of Uttarakhand. A variety of data and methodologies are used in the study, which include vulnerability assessment by observing indicators, sustainable livelihood approaches, IPCC projections of climate (4th Assessment Report); Participatory Rapid Appraisal (PRA) Approach and public consultation with multi-stakeholders.
Supported by: Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India