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Methods and Tools Applied for Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment in Cambodia’s Tonle Sap Basin


Published: 31-Jul-2014
Keyword: Climate change, vulnerability and adaptation assessment, Tonle Sap Basin, water governance
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Abstract/Summary

This study reviews and evaluates methods and tools used to assess climate change vulnerability and adaptation (V&A) in Cambodia’s Tonle Sap Basin, focusing on water governance and community resilience. Given the region’s susceptibility to floods, droughts, and climate variability, the research emphasises the need for site-specific assessments to inform effective adaptation strategies. The study categorises existing tools into three main groups: climate and hydrological modelling, participatory approaches, and decision support tools. It highlights the use of models such as Providing Regional Climates for Impacts Studies (PRECIS), Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT), Integrated Water Quantity and Quality Model (IQQM), and ISIS for downscaling climate scenarios and simulating water flow and quality. Participatory tools like CVCA and PCVA empower communities to identify vulnerabilities and develop localised solutions. Decision support tools, including cost-benefit and multi-criteria analyses, aid in prioritising adaptation measures. The study identifies significant data gaps and stresses the importance of integrating scientific data with local knowledge. It recommends a comprehensive framework combining modelling, participatory methods, and indicators to assess exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. These insights aim to guide future research and policy planning, ensuring climate resilience and sustainable water management in the Tonle Sap Basin.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64202/wp.97.201407




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