OECD Environment Policy Papers
Designed for a wide readership, the OECD Environment Policy Papers distil many of today’s environment-related policy issues based on a wide range of OECD work. In the form of country case studies or thematic reviews across countries, the Papers highlight practical implementation experience. They are available in either English or French, with a summary in the other language when possible.
- ISSN: 23097841 (online)
- https://doi.org/10.1787/23097841
Adapting to a changing climate in the management of coastal zones
This paper provides a comprehensive assessment of the recent and projected socio-economic development of coastal areas. It reviews the environmental pressures exerted by human activities on coastal areas, as well as the impacts of climate change that exacerbate existing challenges. The paper calls for a co-ordinated and well-adapted policy response to address these challenges.
Keywords: oceans, coastal areas, climate change, sea level rise, climate risks
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