Ecosystems, Livelihoods, and Disasters: An Integrated Approach to Disaster Risk Management (Ecosystem Management, 4) - Softcover

Sudmeier-Rieux, Karen; Masundire, Hillary; Rizvi, Ali; Rietbergen, Simon; IUCN Commission On Ecosystem Management; International Union For Conservation Of Nature; CARE International

Softcover

ISBN 10: 2831709288 ISBN 13: 9782831709284

Publisher: World Conservation Union, 2006

Synopsis

Vulnerability to natural disasters continues to increase, severely compromising the achievement of poverty alleviation goals in many developing countries. A more effective approach is needed to reduce the impacts of these disasters. This publication proposes an approach that integrates ecosystem management, development planning and risk reduction strategies to reduce disaster impacts and improve both livelihoods and biodiversity outcomes.

Edition details

• Publisher: World Conservation Union
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 2831709288
• ISBN 13: 9782831709284
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 57