Climate change adaptation research is growing rapidly and becoming more diverse
In short: A bibliometric review of literature from 1978 to mid-2020 found that research into climate change adaptation has seen an average annual increase of 28.5%. The study tracked over 26,000 authors and noted that while certain themes like water and agriculture remain steady, the field's overall research priorities are constantly shifting.
This review analyzed the evolution of climate change adaptation science across different disciplines and geographies. It highlights a growing challenge: the sheer volume of information makes it difficult to consolidate findings into a single, coherent theory to guide policy and practice.
Why it matters: The massive growth in adaptation research makes it difficult to create a unified theory for policy use.
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- Source: Research: Nalau and Verrall (2021). Mapping the evolution and current trends in climate change adaptation science. Climate Risk Management. · cc-by-nc-nd
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