Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Part I: Climate Change Adaptation Practices -- Chapter 1: Monitoring and Evaluation of Climate Change Adaptation in Coastal Zones: Overview of the Indicators in Use -- Introduction -- Methodology -- A Conceptual Framework for CCA Issues -- CCA Indicators for Coastal Zones -- Governance and CCA Indicators in Coastal Zones -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 2: An Evaluation of the Community Land Model (Version 3.5) and Noah Land Surface Models for Temperature and Precipitat... -- Introduction -- Expected Climate Trends for Nebraska -- Case Study of Nebraska -- WRF Model -- Noah Land Surface Model -- Community Land Model (Version 3.5): CLM3.5 -- Results -- Maximum and Minimum Temperature -- Precipitation -- Verification of Temporal and Spatial Distribution of WRF-LSM Coupled Temperature and Precipitation -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 3: Climate Change Frames in Public Health and Water Resource Management: Towards Intersectoral Climate Change Adaptati... -- Introduction -- A Brief Background on Frames and Frame Analysis -- Methods -- Findings -- Climate Change Frames from a Public Health Perspective -- Climate Change Frames from a Water Resource Management Perspective -- Discussion: Frames and Frame-Reflection as Innovative Tools for Climate Change Adaptation -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: Rural Women Belief System and Attitude Toward Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies in Nigeria -- Introduction -- Women Development and Climate Change -- Theoretical Framework -- Applying Livelihood Profiles as Baseline for Vulnerability Analysis -- Methodology -- Study Area -- Sample and Sampling Techniques -- Research Instruments -- Sample Population (Sample Frame) -- Results and Discussion -- Socio-Economic Characteristics of Respondents -- Awareness of Climate Change. , Sources of Information -- Attitude and Belief System of the Women Towards Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies -- Factors Influencing Level of Awareness -- Conclusion and Recommendation -- Limitations of the Study -- References -- Chapter 5: Climate Change and Human Security in a Regulatory Multilevel and Multidisciplinary Dimension: The Case of the Arcti... -- Introduction -- Conceptual Background: Climate Change as a Threat to International Peace and Security -- The Concept of Security in the Arctic and From Whom -- Method -- Climate Change as a Threat to the International Regulation of the Arctic Environmental Ocean -- Arctic Ocean Security -- The United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) -- The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) -- The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) -- The Arctic Council (AC) -- Findings and Discussions: High Level of Exposure to Environmental Risks in Adaptation of the Arctic Environmental Ocean and th... -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 6: Citrus and Tomatoes Response to Climate Change: Survey of Farmers´ Perception and Adaptation Strategies in Northern... -- Introduction -- Specific Objectives of the Study -- Research Hypotheses -- Methodology -- Study Area -- Sampling Techniques -- Instrument for Data Collection -- Limitation of the Study -- Results and Discussion -- Socioeconomic Characteristics of the Respondents -- Respondents´ Awareness of Changing Features of Climate Parameters -- Perceived Effect of Climate Change on Citrus and Tomato Farmers´ Production -- Perceived Effect Categories of Respondents in the Study Area -- Adaptation Strategies Used by Respondents -- Categorization of Respondents According to Adaptation Strategies -- Result of Binomial Logit Regression Showing Factors that Affect Respondents´ Choice of Adaptation Strategies -- Hypotheses Testing 1. , Adaptation Strategies Between the North-East and North-Central Zones of Nigeria -- Hypotheses 2 -- Perceived Effect Strategies Between the North-East and North-Central Zones of Nigeria -- Conclusions -- Recommendations -- References -- Chapter 7: Local Networks of Resilience and Climate Adaptation: The Case of Istanbul -- Introduction: Protests and Conflicts -- Redesigning the City: Resilient or Dispossessed and Vulnerable? -- The Northern Forests and the Third Bridge: Water Resources, Wildlife and Livelihoods -- Urban Food as Part of Adaptation Measures and Istanbul Vegetable Gardens -- The Historic Vegetable Gardens of Yedikule -- The Kuzguncuk Vegetable Garden -- Local Networks and Grassroots Groups for a Socio-Ecological Resilient City -- Conclusion: Ecosystem Based Adaptation and Urban Green Spaces -- References -- Chapter 8: Extreme Weather Events and the German Economy: The Potential for Climate Change Adaptation -- Introduction -- The Modelling Challenge -- The Model PANTA RHEI -- Integration of Damages -- Scenarios: Exploring Consistent Future Developments -- Results I: Extreme Weather Events Compared to Reference Scenario -- Results II: Adaptation to Extreme Weather Events Compared to (a) Extreme Weather and (b) Reference Scenario -- A More Detailed Picture: Extreme Weather and Economic Sectors -- Effects of Adaptation to Extreme Weather Events on Economic Sectors -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 9: A Conceptual Framework for Understanding Vulnerabilities to Extreme Climate Events -- Introduction -- Dealing with Present and Future Vulnerabilities -- Dealing with Local Vulnerabilities -- Adaptive Governance -- Some Challenges -- References -- Chapter 10: Adaptation Through Climate Smart Agriculture: Status and Determinants in Coastal Bangladesh -- Introduction -- Climate Change and Coastal Agriculture in Bangladesh: A Succinct Review. , Materials and Methods -- Designing the Research Instruments -- Selection of the Study Site -- Survey Methods and Data Collection -- Results and Discussion -- Adaptation Through Climate Smart Agriculture -- Strong and Weak Adopter of Climate Smart Agriculture -- Factors Influencing Adoption of CSA: Application of Probit Model -- Conclusion and Limitations of the Research -- References -- Part II: Fostering Resilience and Handling Hazards -- Chapter 11: Managing Natural Resources for Extreme Climate Events: Differences in Risk Perception Among Urban and Rural Commun... -- Introduction -- Research Methodology -- Results and Discussion -- Recent Experience of an Event -- Livelihood Dependency -- Socio-demographics -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 12: Integrating Microfinance, Climate Finance and Climate Change Adaptation: A Sub-Saharan Africa Perspective -- Introduction -- Climate Change Impacts on Food Security and Agricultural Development -- Climate Change Mitigation and Energy Access Policy Considerations -- A Microfinance-Climate Finance Framework for Inclusive Growth -- Discussion -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 13: Climate Change Adaptation and Socio-Economic Resilience in Mexico´s Grijalva-Usumacinta Watershed -- Introduction -- Literature Review -- Methodological Approach -- Results -- Watershed Characterization -- Regional Climate Change Scenarios -- Climate Change Impacts on Agricultural Yields -- Adaptation Options -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 14: Adaptive Strategies Building Resilience to Climate Variability in Argentina, Canada and Colombia -- Introduction -- The Wide Spectrum of Adaptations -- Methodology -- Findings -- Variability and Adaptations in Mendoza -- Adaptations and Resilience Beyond the Climate -- Variability and Adaptations in the Canadian Prairies -- Adaptations and Resilience Beyond the Climate. , Variability and Adaptations in Chinchin River Basin -- Discussion and Comparison -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 15: Adaptation of the Bulgarian Water Sector to Climate Change Extremes -- Introduction -- Data -- Methodology -- Driving-Pressure-State-Impact-Respond Research Framework (DPSIR) -- Climate Change Risk Assessment -- Climate Change Vulnerability Index (CCVI) -- Results -- Identification of Main Actors in Bulgarian Water Sector -- Assessment of Climate Change Sensitivity and Vulnerability of Bulgarian Water Sector -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 16: Adapting to the Inevitable: The Case of Tanbi Wetland National Park, The Gambia -- Introduction -- Materials and Methods -- Study Site: Tanbi Wetland National Park (TWNP) -- Methodology -- Questionnaires -- Subject Groups (Interviewees) and Interviews -- Data Analysis -- Results -- Discussion -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 17: Climate Change Adaptation in Indian Agriculture- Assessing Farmers Perception and Adaptive Choices -- Introduction -- Methodology -- Results and Discussions -- Key Factors Affecting Adaptive Capacity of Farmers -- Socio-Economic Factors -- Institutional Factors -- Socioeconomic Factors Affecting Farmers´ Adaptation in Indian Context -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 18: Towards Enhanced Resilience: Monthly Updated Seasonal Rainfall ``Scenarios´´ as Climate Predictions for Farmers in... -- Introduction -- Climate Predictions -- Box 1: Some Illustrative Data of Climate Related Predictions -- Box 2: Some Other Agricultural Upheavals -- Further Matters That Should Be Known -- Short Term (Seasonal) Climate Predictions: A Case Study in Indonesia -- Farmer Questionnaire on the Monthly Updated Seasonal Rainfall Scenarios Provided -- Conclusions -- Appendix 1: Example of the Monthly NOAA/IRI ENSO Advisory/Prediction -- References. , Chapter 19: Fostering Resilience Among Artisanal Fishers in Peniche (Portugal): An Exploratory Study.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Contributors -- 1 Transforming Collaborative Practices for Curriculum and Teaching Innovations with the Sustainability Forum (University of Bedfordshire) -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 University of Bedfordshire's Baseline Scenario in 2013 -- 2.1 Education for Sustainability Commitments -- No Mechanisms for Implementation -- 2.2 Limited Unit Provision in Sustainability -- 2.3 Isolated Academics -- 3 Academics Form a Community of Practice -- 4 Generating Curriculum Consequences and  Demonstrating its Success in Informal Leadership (Bourhis et al. 2005) Learning Opportunities -- 4.1 Defining Sustainability and Its Incorporation into the Curriculum Framework -- 4.2 University Wide Curriculum Offerings -- 4.2.1 Model UN World Climate Negotiation Event -- 4.2.2 Climate Change Collaborations -- 5 Broader Strategic Benefits Delivered by the SF -- 6 Explaining the Sustainability Forum as an Ongoing Generator of Curriculum Change -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 2 Enabling Faith-Inspired Education on the Sustainable Development Goals Through e-Learning -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Background -- 3 An e-Learning Governance Model for Countries in the Global South -- 4 The Governance Model at Work: Technology and Curriculum Design Through Ownership-Inspired Governance -- 5 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 3 Sustainable Architecture Theory in Education: How Architecture Students Engage and Process Knowledge of Sustainable Architecture -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Changing Perspectives: Problem or Opportunity -- 3 Literature and Policy -- 4 The Role of the Architect -- 5 The Role of Theory in Design Education -- 6 How Designers Learn -- 7 Sustainability Education at Aarhus School of Architecture -- 8 Designing a Pedagogical Approach for Sustainable Architecture Theory. , 9 Methodology for Observation and Analysis -- 10 Reflections on the Students Learning -- 11 Conclusion -- References -- 4 Education for Sustainability in Higher Education Housing Courses: Agents for Change or Technicians? Researching Outcomes for a Sustainability Curriculum -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction: Housing Studies and Its Place in Sustainability Education -- 2 The Research Study -- 3 What Is Being Taught as "Sustainability" on Housing Courses? -- 4 How Important Is Education for Sustainability to Housing Academics? -- 5 What Factors Have Led to the Inclusion of Sustainability Within the Housing Curriculum? -- 6 The Research Findings -- 7 What Do the Curricula of Housing Courses at UK Universities Include Under the Heading of "Sustainability"? -- 8 The Role of Professional Bodies and Subject Benchmark Statements -- 9 What Does "Education for Sustainability" Mean to Those Who Set the Curriculum? Is There a Radical Agenda? -- 10 The Next Steps -- References -- 5 A University Wide Approach to Embedding the Sustainable Development Goals in the Curriculum-A Case Study from the Nottingham Trent University's Green Academy -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Importance of ESD in HEIs -- 3 The Sustainable Development Goals -- 4 Nottingham Trent University and ESD -- 5 The Future Thinking Learning Room -- 6 Community and Estate Projects in Relation to SDGs -- 7 Challenges Faced -- 8 Impacts and Outcomes -- 9 Further Engaging Students and Staff with the SDGs -- 10 Conclusion -- 11 Recommendations for a Similar Approach -- References -- 6 Sustainability Curriculum in UK University Sustainability Reports -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Literature Review -- 2.1 Sustainability Curriculum Audits -- 2.2 Sustainability Reporting in Higher Education -- 3 Research Design -- 3.1 Sample -- 3.2 Data Collection -- 3.3 Data Analysis -- 4 Findings and Discussion. , 5 Limitations -- 6 Conclusion -- Appendix A -- References -- 7 Discomfort, Challenge and Brave Spaces in Higher Education -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Part I: Learning at the Edge-Breaking the Mould -- 2.1 Discomfort and Transformation -- 2.2 Building Relationships: The Performance of Non-human Nature -- 3 Part II: Opportunities for Higher Education -- 3.1 Enabling HE Teachers and Students to Step into 'Brave Spaces' of Learning -- 3.2 'Challenge by Choice': Developing an Emancipatory Education -- 3.3 Pluralising Understandings of Injustice and Sustainability and Visioning HE as a Place of Non-conformity -- 3.4 Cultivating Connection with the Natural World -- 3.5 Confronting and Appeasing the Student Satisfaction and TEF Agenda Within HE -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- 8 The Teaching-Research-Practice Nexus as Framework for the Implementation of Sustainability in Curricula in Higher Education -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 The Teaching-Research-Practice Nexus -- 3 Methodology -- 4 Results and Analysis -- 4.1 Background Analysis: General Linking Mechanisms of the TRPN -- 4.2 Background Analysis: General Communication Mechanisms of the TRPN -- 4.3 Positioning of the University of Applied Sciences Magdeburg-Stendal -- 4.4 Results of the Questionnaire Survey -- 4.5 Qualification and Further Education of Teachers and Professors -- 4.6 Transferability Potential of the Questionnaire's Results -- 5 Conclusion and Outlook -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 9 Education for Sustainable Development: An Exploratory Survey of a Sample of Latin American Higher Education Institutions -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Survey Research Strategy -- 2.1.1 Countries and Higher Education Institutions Sampled -- 2.1.2 Education Sustainable Development Categories in Higher Education Institutions Undergraduate Programs Sampled. , 2.2 Limitations of the Survey and Classification Procedure -- 3 Initial Results -- 3.1 Distribution of Sustainable Development Categories in Undergraduate Curricula for Universities Sampled -- 3.2 Subjects by Faculty Per University Associated to the UNESCO ESD Categories -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Initial Conclusions and Further Research -- References -- 10 Biorefinery Education as a Tool for Teaching Sustainable Development -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Savonia and OIS -- 1.2 Constructivistic View on Learning and Action Research -- 1.3 ABOWE Project Topic and Goal -- 2 ABOWE Biorefinery Pilot Plant Overall Design, Engineering and Construction -- 3 ABOWE Biorefinery Pilot Plant -- 4 ABOWE Biorefinery Pilot Plant Testing and Public Exhibiting -- 5 Student Participation and Their Views on Learning within ABOWE Project -- 5.1 Participation in the Pilot Plant Engineering and Construction -- 5.2 Participation in the Pilot Plant Testing -- 5.3 Participation in the Investment Memos and the National Events -- 6 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 11 Reflections on Using Creativity in Teaching Sustainability and Responsible Enterprise: A First and Second Person Inquiry -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction: A New Eaarth -- 2 Universities and Sustainability -- 3 Creativity -- 4 'I Love Learning' Project -- 5 Putting Creativity into Practice -- 5.1 Creativity and Responsible Enterprise -- 6 Growing Out of Action Research -- 7 Categorising Creative Interventions -- 8 Towards a New Model for Creative Learning 1: A 'Creativity Map' Using Extended Ways of Knowing -- 9 'A Creativity Map' of Interventions -- 10 Reflections on Quality and the Creative Interventions Undertaken -- 11 Towards a New Model for Creative Learning 2: Kick Starting Creativity in Teaching and Learning-Growing 'Creativity Greenhouses'. , 12 'Grow Your Own 'Creativity Greenhouse'-A 'Can Do' Approach -- 13 Strengths of the Model -- 14 Self-organising, from the Bottom up -- 15 Conclusions -- References -- 12 A SDG Compliant Curriculum Framework for Social Work Education: Issues and Challenges -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 International Concerns for Higher Education -- 2.1 Developments till 2015 -- 2.2 Post 2015 Developments -- 3 Rationale for Curriculum Change -- 4 Social Work Education: A Major Concern -- 5 Ingredients for SDG Responsive Curriculum -- 5.1 Curriculum to Be Dynamically Evolving -- 5.2 Identifying the Synergies with SDGs -- 5.3 Need for Regulatory Structure -- 5.4 Need for Interdisciplinary Courses -- 5.5 Developing Global Competence -- 5.6 Beyond Political Boundaries -- 5.7 Need to Enhance Outreach -- 6 Discussions and Conclusion -- Refrences -- 13 Research Informed Sustainable Development Through Art and Design Pedagogic Practices -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Collective Visioning -- 3 Learning Undisciplined Behaviour -- 4 Education for Sustainable Development -- 5 A Creative Journey -- 6 Walking and Talking as a Transformative Tool for Learning -- 7 Co-production -- 8 Conclusion -- References -- 14 A Critical Evaluation of the Representation of the QAA and HEA Guidance on ESD in Public Web Environments of UK Higher Education Institutions -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction: Sustainability in a Global Competitive HE Sector -- 2 Growing Recognition for ESD -- 3 Methods -- 4 Results -- 4.1 QAA and HEA Guidance for ESD -- 5 Education for Sustainable Development -- 5.1 Estate Sustainability -- 5.2 Involvement -- 6 Discussion -- 7 Implications -- 8 Limitations -- 9 Conclusions -- References -- 15 Curriculum Review of ESD at CCCU: A Case Study in Health and Wellbeing -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction: ESD at CCCU -- 2 ESD Curriculum Review: An Overview. , 3 Curriculum Review at CCCU.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Towards Resilient Cities in Serbia -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 3 Results and Analysis -- 3.1 Serbia in the Light of Climate Change -- 3.2 From National Policies to Local Plans-The Legislative Framework for Achieving Resilience to Climate Change -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Projected Changes in Multi-day Extreme Precipitation Over the Western Balkan Region -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Regional Climate Model and Experiments Setup -- 3 Model Verification Over the Period 1971-2000 -- 4 Projections for the RCP 8.5 Scenario -- 5 Changes in Extreme Precipitation -- 6 Conclusions -- References -- Relationship Between Atmospheric Circulation and Temperature Extremes in Montenegro in the Period 1951-2010 -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Research Area -- 3 Data and Methodology -- 4 Results and Discussion -- 5 Conclusion -- Refernces -- Analysis of the Climate Change in the Doboj Municipality and Adaptation Options -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Study Area -- 3 Data and Methods -- 4 Results and Discussion -- 4.1 Climate Trends in the Doboj Municipality -- 4.2 Floods Occured in 2014 in Doboj Area -- 5 Adaptation and Mitigation to Consequences of Climate Change -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- An Analysis of Problems Related to Climate Change in Serbian Planning Documents -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Method -- 3 Climate Changes and Spatial Development -- 4 Planned-Documents Analysis -- 5 Results of AAA Model Assessment -- 6 Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Climate Change Impact on River Discharges in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Case Study of the Lower Vrbas River Basin -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Data and Methods -- 2.1 Study Area -- 2.2 Data and Methods -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 Climate Change -- 3.2 Changes in River Discharges -- 3.3 Relationship Between the Observed Trends in River Discharges and Climate Change. , 3.4 Relationship Between the Observed Trends in River Discharges and the Dominant Northern Hemisphere Teleconnection Patterns -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Water Body Extraction and Flood Risk Assessment Using Lidar and Open Data -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials -- 2.1 Study Area -- 2.2 Dataset -- 3 Methods -- 3.1 Water Bodies Extraction -- 3.2 Flood Risk Assessment and DEM Comparison -- 4 Results and Discussion -- 4.1 Water Body Extraction -- 4.2 Flood Risk Assessment -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- Resilient Functional Urban Regions: Spatial Planning in the Light of Climate Change -- 1 Introduction -- 2 The Concept of Resilience -- 3 Characteristics of Functional-Urban Resilience -- 4 The Method -- 5 The Impact of Urbanization on FUR Resilience -- 6 Relation Between the Degree of Urbanization and GDP Per Capita in the Republic of Serbia -- 7 The Concept of FUR Governance: How to Achieve a Resilient FUR -- 8 Conclusions -- References -- Climate Change and Protection Against Floods -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Formulation of the Problem -- 3 The Influence of Climate Changes and Elements on River Regimes -- 4 Problem Solution -- 5 Harmonization of the Flood Protection System with the EU Directive 2007/60 EC on the Assessment and Management of Flood Risks -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- Duration of the Snow Cover and the Need for Artificial Snow-A Challenge for Management in Ski-Centres of Serbia -- 1 Climate Conditions as a Factor of Development of Winter Sports Tourism in Serbia -- 2 Method and Observational Data -- 3 Results -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Sustainability of Rural Areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina Under the Global Climate Change Conditions -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodological Approach -- 3 Definition and Elaboration of the Problem -- 4 Climate Changes and Exposure of BampH to Natural Disasters -- 5 Results and Discussion. , 6 Conclusion -- References -- Alleviation of Negative Climate Change Effects on Maize Yields in Northern Bosnia by Liming and Phosphorus Fertilization -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials and Methods -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Temperature Risk Assessment in Urban Environments During Heat Wave Periods: A Case Study on the City of Novi Sad (Serbia) -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Research Area, Methodology and Data -- 2.1 Geographical Characteristics of the City of Novi Sad -- 2.2 Risk Assessment and Mapping Methodology -- 2.3 LCZs and Station Network Patterns -- 2.4 Temperature and Population Data -- 3 Results -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Conclusions -- References -- Assessment of Climate Change Impact on Water Requirements of Orchards in Bosnia and Herzegovina -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials and Methods -- 2.1 Characteristics of the Study Areas -- 2.2 Model Parameters and Input Data -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Effects of Changes in Extreme Climate Events on Key Sectors in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Adaptation Options -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Data and Methods -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Promoting Adaptation Within Urban Planning: Case Study of the General Regulation Plan of the City of Požarevac -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 3 Case Study: The City of Požarevac -- 3.1 Overview of the Current State Within Planning in the Context of Climate Change in Republic of Serbia -- 3.2 Achieving Adaptation: Overview of the Adaptive Measures Within the Plan -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- Hail as a Natural Disaster in Bosnia and Herzegovina -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Physical-Geographical Characteristics of the Northern Part of Bosnia and Herzegovina -- 2.1 Geographical Location -- 2.2 Climate Features -- 2.3 Climate Change in Bosnia and Herzegovina. , 3 The Hail Occurrence Over the Northern Part of Bosnia and Herzegovina -- 3.1 Characteristics of the Atmosphere in Days with the Phenomenon -- 3.2 Height of Cumulonimbus (Cb) -- 3.3 Frequency of the Cumulonimbus Hail Occurrence -- 3.4 Spatial Distribution of the Hail Occurrence -- 4 Consequences of the Hailstorms -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- Aggravated Occupational Heat Stress Recognition and Mitigation in Slovenia -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methods and Material -- 2.1 Heat Wave Analysis -- 2.2 Surveys Among Workers -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 Heat Wave Presentation for Bilje and Celje -- 3.2 Heat Stress Impact in Various Workplaces -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- Impacts of Future Climate Change on Runoff in Selected Catchments of Slovakia -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Study Area -- 3 Climate Change Scenarios -- 4 The WetSpa Rainfall-Runoff Model -- 5 Impacts of Climate Change on a Runoff Regime -- 6 Adaptation Measures -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- Adaptation Strategies to Reduce the Impact of Climate Change on Yield Loss in Northern Carpathians, Slovakia -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- Adaptation of Eastern Europe Regional Agriculture to Climate Change: Risks and Management -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Extreme Fluctuations in Temperature and Precipitation and Their Impact on Agricultural Production -- 3 Regional Specificity and Climate Change Adaptation Strategies -- 4 Agri-Environmental Effects of Climate Change: The Kaliningrad Region (Russia) and Poland -- 5 Public Participation in Mitigating Negative Climate Change Consequences -- 6 Conclusions -- References -- Cross-Boundary Cooperation Between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Their Neighboring Countries Focusing on an Efficient Hail Protection as an Active Response to Global Climate Changes -- 1 Introduction. , 2 Methodological Approach -- 3 Results -- 3.1 Geospatial Determinants of Bosnia and Herzegovina Within the Context of Cross-Boundary Cooperation and Development -- 3.2 The Real and Potential Problems of Hail Risk and Consequences -- 3.3 The State and Problems of the Active Anti-hail Protection in BampH and Neighboring Countries -- 3.4 Potential Improvement of Anti-hail Protection Through Cross-Boundary Cooperation -- 4 Conclusions and Recommendations -- References -- Analysis of Existing Disaster Risk Reduction Programs and Enhancement of Capacity Development for Health Risks from Floods in Western Balkan -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Overview of Disaster Risk Reduction and Capacity Development -- 1.2 Overview of Existing Disaster Risk Reduction Programs -- 2 Current Situation Regarding Disaster Risk Reduction in Western Balkan Region -- 2.1 Regional Background -- 2.2 Analyzing Regional and National DRR Frameworks and Programs in Western Balkan -- 2.3 Republic of Croatia -- 2.4 Health Risks Caused by Floods in Western Balkan -- 3 Conclusions and Recommendations -- References -- Impacts of Climate Change on Water Resources of the Republic of Srpska (Entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina)-Geopolitical Aspect -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Natural and Geographical Characteristics of the Republic of Srpska -- 2 Hydrographic Characteristics of the Republic of Srpska -- 3 The Impact of Climate Change on the Geospace of the Republic of Srpska and Possibilities for Adaptation -- 4 Management of Water Resources Affected by Climate Change -- 5 Conclusions -- References -- Good Practices for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture in the Western Balkans -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Agriculture Sector in the Western Balkans -- 3 Environmental Challenges -- 4 Impact of Natural Hazards on Agriculture in the Western Balkans. , 5 Climate Change Projections and the Expected Impacts on Agriculture.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- List of Contributors -- 1 In Search of New Narratives for Informed Decisions on Climate Change Crisis in the African Drylands -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Justifications and Options for Delivering Climate Change Communication Narratives in the Drylands of Sub-Saharan Africa -- 3 Narratives on Climate Change in the Sahel -- 4 History of Climate Change Science and Climate Change Negotiations -- 5 An Overview of Climate Change Communication Strategies -- 6 Proposed Climate Change Communication Framework for the Sahel -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 2 Assessing High School Student Perceptions and Comprehension of Climate Change -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Research Methodology -- 2.1 Questionnaire and Data Collection -- 2.2 Statistical Analysis -- 3 Findings -- 3.1 Respondents Characterisation -- 3.2 Perceptions Relating to CC and Their Impacts -- 3.3 Training and Knowledge of CC -- 3.4 Governance and Actions to Mitigate CC -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 3 A Sustainability Livelihood Approach (SLA) Model for Assessing Disaster Preparedness and Resilience of the People: Case Study of Cox's Bazar Sadar Upazila in Bangladesh -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Literature Review: Assessing Community Resilience -- 2.1 Sustainability Livelihood Approach (SLA) -- 2.2 Conceptual Framework -- 3 Study Area and Data Collection -- 4 Results -- 4.1 Socio-economic Condition of the Respondents -- 4.2 Preparedness of the Respondents -- 4.2.1 Climate Change Perception -- 4.2.2 Disasters Preparedness of the People -- 4.3 Assessing Disaster Preparedness of the People -- 4.4 Assessing Resilience of a Community -- 5 Institutional Aspects -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 4 Loving Glacier National Park Online: Climate Change Communication and Virtual Place Attachment -- 1 Introduction. , 1.1 Purpose of Study: Importance of Online Media in Climate Change Communication -- 1.2 Literature Review: Why Place Matters in Climate Change Communication -- 2 Methods -- 2.1 Creating a Climate Change Website Utilizing Place Attachment Strategies -- 2.1.1 Identity -- 2.1.2 Dependence -- 2.1.3 Emotion -- 2.2 Surveying Website Visitation -- 2.2.1 Targeted Respondents -- 2.2.2 Survey Design and Implementation -- 2.2.3 Survey Analysis -- 3 Results: Surveys -- 3.1 Demographic Data of Survey Respondents -- 3.2 Impact of Website -- 3.2.1 Gender -- 3.2.2 Political Affiliation -- 3.2.3 Educational Track (Academic Major) -- 3.2.4 Respondent Comments: Categories of Audience Segmentation -- 4 Discussion -- 4.1 Encouraging Climate Change Concern Across Demographic Differences -- 4.2 Respondent Comments: Variations in Climate Change Engagement -- 5 Conclusion: Online Place Matters -- 5.1 Recommendations for Future Studies -- 5.1.1 Strategically Creating Websites for Specific Audiences -- 5.1.2 Intentionally Designing Surveys for "Audience Segmentation" -- 5.1.3 Assessing the "Local" Dimension in Online Climate Change Communication -- 5.1.4 Longitudinal Assessments -- 5.1.5 Cognitive Studies on How Emotions and Rational Decisions Influence Climate Change Concern -- 5.2 Main Lessons -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 5 Understanding Communication Needs: A Marikina Barangay Experience Linking Flooding to Climate Change Communication -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Flood Risk Communication -- 3 Study Site: Barangay Malanday, Marikina City -- 4 Study Methods -- 5 Results and Discussion -- 5.1 People Have a Variety of Sources from Which to Draw Information, but Are not Particularly Motivated to Seek Out and Understand Science-Related Information -- 5.2 People Want Information That Is Instructional, Exact, and Personal. , 5.3 People Have Their Own Logic That They Use to Help Them Make Decisions -- 5.4 People Have Other Criteria That They Use to Make Decisions -- 6 Conclusions and Implications -- References -- 6 Climate: The Great Maestro of Life on Earth. History, Didactics and Case Studies -- 1 Introduction -- 2 History -- 3 Didactics -- 4 Case-Studies -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 7 Children Communicating on Climate Change: The Case of a Summer Camp at a Greek Island -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Climate Change Communication -- 3 Communicating CC to Youth -- 4 Outdoor Environmental Education -- 5 Summer Camps -- 6 Environmental Education in Greece -- 7 Case Study: Project Skyros 2016 -- 7.1 Environmental Summer Camp at Skyros Island -- 8 Methodology -- 8.1 Research Area -- 8.2 Research Sample -- 8.3 Research Instruments -- 9 Results -- 9.1 Pre Camp Results (Based on First Questionnaire) -- 9.1.1 Knowledge -- 9.1.2 Attitudes -- 9.1.3 Behavior -- 9.2 Post Camp Results -- 9.2.1 Knowledge About the Issue of Climate Change -- 9.2.2 Attitude About the Issue of Climate Change -- 9.2.3 Participating Behavior Regarding the Issue of Climate Change -- 10 Discussion -- 10.1 Knowledge About the Issue of Climate Change -- 10.2 Attitude About the Issue of Climate Change -- 10.3 Participating Behavior -- 11 Conclusions -- References -- 8 Communicating the IPCC: Challenges and Opportunities -- 1 Introduction -- 2 History -- 3 Challenges for AR5 -- 3.1 Scientific Rigour Versus Clear Messaging -- 3.2 The Approved Text -- 3.3 Credibility -- 3.3.1 Uncertainty -- 3.3.2 Use of Images -- 4 AR5 Actions -- 5 What Next? -- 6 Conclusions -- References -- 9 Performative Methods for Climate Change Communication in Academic Settings: Case Study of the Freiburg Scientific Theatre -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Producing Actionable Knowledge -- 1.2 Aims of the Article. , 1.3 Theatre in Academia: Arts-Based Research and Performative Methods -- 2 Using Theatre to Communicate Sustainability Science at the Freiburg Scientific Theatre -- 2.1 Research Approach -- 2.2 Introduction of the Case Study -- 2.3 The Freiburg Scientific Theatre Model -- 2.4 Performative Functions of the Freiburg Scientific Theatre -- 3 Implications for Climate Change Communication: From Knowledge Transfer to Knowledge for Transformation -- 4 Limitations and Directions for Future Research -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- 10 Watershed Discipleship: Communicating Climate Change Within a Christian Framework: A Case Study Analysis -- 1 Introduction: American Christians and Climate Change -- 2 Challenges and Possibilities in Communicating Climate Change to Christians: A Review of the Literature -- 3 Watershed Discipleship: A Case Study -- 3.1 Definition -- 4 Methods -- 5 Results -- 5.1 Rhetoric -- 5.2 Symbolic Action -- 6 Discussion -- 7 Conclusions -- References -- 11 Assessment of Outdoor Workers Perception Working in Extreme Hot Climate -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 The Study Area -- 2.2 Research Design -- 2.3 Data Analysis -- 3 Results -- 3.1 Sample Description -- 3.2 Worker Exposure to Extreme Heat, Wellbeing and Productivity -- 3.3 Adaptation Strategy -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 12 Games for Knowledge Transfer and as a Stimulus for Climate Change Mitigation in Agriculture-Lessons Learned from a Game Prototype -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Serious Games for Knowledge Transfer -- 2.1 Application and Characteristics -- 2.2 Overview of Existing Serious Games with Regard to Climate Change and Agriculture -- 3 The LandPaKT Game Prototype -- 3.1 Development -- 3.2 Storyline and Rules of the LandPaKT Game Prototype -- 3.3 Exemplary Application to Target Groups. , 4 Results-Feedback and Lessons Learned from Prototype Presentation -- 5 Discussion -- 6 Concluding Recommendations -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 13 Climate Impacts for German Schools-An Educational Web Portal Solution -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Background -- 3 Methodology -- 4 Teacher Workshops and Feedback Analysis -- 5 Design and Implementation of the Education Portal www.KlimafolgenOnline-Bildung.de -- 6 Discussion and Lessons Learned -- 7 Conclusion and Outlook -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 14 Communicating Climate Change in a Museum Setting-A Case Study -- 1 Introduction -- 2 CliMatters: A Museum Exhibition on Climate Change -- 3 Overview of the Exhibition -- 3.1 The Basics of Climate Change -- 3.2 Anthropogenic Emissions and Responsibilities -- 3.3 Individual Choices and Two Possible Futures -- 3.4 Local Impacts of Climate Change -- 3.5 Action on Climate Change and Debunking Myths -- 4 Drivers and Barriers to Successful Communication -- 4.1 The Role of Guides -- 4.2 Addressing Uncertainty -- 4.3 How Much Science-How Much Simplicity? -- 4.4 Importance of Local Frames -- 4.5 Getting Visitors Involved -- 4.6 Testing of Exhibits -- 4.7 Languages -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 15 Climate Change Communication in Higher Education Institutions: The Case of the North-West University in South Africa -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Climate Change Communication in and by Universities -- 3 Improved Climate Change Communication in a South African University: The GCCW/NWU Experience -- 3.1 Background: The Global Climate Change Week (GCCW) Initiative -- 3.2 The Process: The GCCW at the North-West University (GCCW/NWU) -- 3.2.1 One-Way Communication Activities -- 3.2.2 Two-Way Dialogic Communication Activities -- 3.2.3 Results: The Response of the NWU Academic Community -- 4 Conclusions and the Way Forward -- Acknowledgements. , References.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- 1 An Overview of the Challenges in Climate Change Communication Across Various Audiences -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Challenges in Communicating Climate Change -- 3 Moving Forward -- References -- 2 Climate Change Engagement: A Different Narrative -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Building the Future -- 2 Calls for Public Engagement and Broad Partnerships Around Climate Change and Sustainability -- 2.1 What the Public Think-and Do-About Climate Change -- 2.2 And What People Think Other People Think About Social Problems -- 3 How Museums Can Create Public Value Around Climate Change -- 3.1 The Challenge of Climate Change Engagement -- 3.2 The Purpose of Climate Change Programming -- 3.3 Redefining Engagement -- 3.4 Elements of a New Story-A Set of 'Shoulds' for Museums and the Society They Serve -- 4 Considering Climate Change in Interpretation and Engagement-Some Examples -- 5 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 3 When Facts Lie: The Impact of Misleading Numbers in Climate Change News -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Theoretical Framework -- 2.1 Misinformation and Its Effects -- 2.2 Misinformation in Climate Change Communication -- 2.3 Anchoring Effects -- 3 Methodology -- 3.1 Experimental Design -- 3.2 Research Procedure -- 3.3 Stimulus Material -- 3.4 Measurement -- 4 Results -- 5 Additional Analysis -- 6 Discussion -- 7 Limitations -- 8 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 4 From Awareness to Action: Taking into Consideration the Role of Emotions and Cognition for a Stage Toward a Better Communication of Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 General Context -- 1.2 Previous Work -- 1.3 Scope and Contribution -- 1.4 Description of the Paper -- 2 Assessments of Climate Change Communication -- 2.1 Theory of Change and the Different Stages of Change. , 2.2 Taking into Account Emotion and Cognition for Taking Sustainable Action -- 2.2.1 Information Is not Enough to Make a Behavioural Change -- 2.2.2 Emotional States Faced to Climate Change Informations -- 3 Analyses of Some Classical Communication Advices in Order to Take Action Regarding Emotion and Cognitive Mechanisms -- 3.1 Making an Integrable Message: Choosing the Information Support -- 3.1.1 Be Consistent -- 3.1.2 Pick up Carefully Your Terminology -- 3.1.3 Talk to Both Rational and Emotional Brain -- 3.1.4 Propose Concrete and Feasible Actions -- 3.2 Making a Suitable Message: Knowing the Receiver -- 3.3 Providing a Meaningful Message: Promoting Both Positive and Realistic Vision -- 4 Conclusion and Perspective -- 4.1 Take Home Message -- 4.2 Future Prospects -- References -- 5 Strengthening Personal Concern and the Willingness to Act Through Climate Change Communication -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Concern About Climate Change and Its Impacts -- 3 Implementing Climate-Friendly Behaviour -- 4 Method -- 4.1 Previous Study -- 4.2 Mixed-Method Approach -- 5 Results-The Paralysed -- 5.1 Quantitative Analysis -- 5.2 Qualitative Analysis -- 6 Results-The Charitables -- 6.1 Quantitative Analysis -- 6.2 Qualitative Analysis -- 7 Implications for Climate Change Communication -- 7.1 Implications for Climate Change Communication with the Paralysed Group -- 7.2 Implications for Climate Change Communication with the Charitables Group -- 8 Discussion -- 9 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 6 Philippine Private Sector Engagement Beyond Climate Change Awareness -- Abstract -- 1 Overview: Climate Change as a Development Issue -- 2 Addressing Climate Change in the Philippines -- 3 Research Focus: Private Sector Participation in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation. , 4 Private Sector Engagement (PSE) in Addressing Climate Change Concerns -- 5 Private Sector Engagement (PSE) in the Philippines -- 6 The Messages in Doing Climate Change Solutions of Some Private Companies -- 7 Concluding Statement -- References -- PS Initiatives/Cases: -- Climate Change Messages -- 7 Lessons Learned About the Hindering Factors for Regional Cooperation Towards the Mitigation of Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Climate Change, Denial or Acknowledgment -- 2 Industrial Symbiosis as a Tool of Industrial Ecology to Assist Climate Change Mitigation -- 3 Challenges and Issues of Climate Change Mitigation as a Common Goal in the Black Sea Region -- 4 Regional Cooperation in the Black Sea Basin -- 5 Methodology of the Study -- 6 Results with Lessons to Take Home -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 8 Avoiding Dispatches from Hell: Communicating Extreme Events in a Persuasive, Proactive Context -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Pictures of Hell: A Counterproductive Communication Strategy -- 3 What's Better Than Hell: A More Positive Context -- 4 Communicating Extreme Events: How Do You Make a Disaster "Positive"? -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 9 Blogging Climate Change: A Case Study -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Blogs as a New Medium of Climate Change Communication -- 3 Our Blog-Climate Footnotes -- 4 Our Experience with Blogging Climate Change -- 4.1 Translating Scientific Data into Simple Terms -- 4.2 Providing Perspectives on Current Events -- 4.3 Role of Language -- 4.4 Interactive Communication -- 4.5 Focussing on Topics Close to Home -- 4.6 Weblog Ethics -- 4.7 Readership and Promotion -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 10 Creative Collaborations: Museums Engaging with Communities and Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Cultural Dynamics of Climate Change. , 3 Recognising a Changing Pacific -- 4 Collaborating in Sydney -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 11 Climate ChangeS Cities-A Project to Enhance Students' Evaluation and Action Competencies Concerning Climate Change Impacts on Cities -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Climate Change Impacts and Climate Adaptation in German Cities -- 3 About the Project -- 3.1 Methodical-Didactical Approach -- 3.2 Example Module: Urban Mobility in Times of Climate Change -- 3.3 Rethinking Climate Change Communication -- 4 Accompanying Scientific Research -- 4.1 Combined Learning Spheres as Motivational Triggers? -- 4.2 Intervention-Based Efficacy Study on the Development of Action Competence -- 4.3 Behavior-Based Environmental Attitude -- 5 First Insights -- 6 Outlook -- References -- 12 Degree Programs on Climate Change in Philippine Universities: Factors that Favor Institutionalization -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Research Objectives -- 3 Methodology and Scope -- 4 Findings -- 4.1 The Philippine Universities -- 4.2 HEI Vision and Mission Statements -- 4.3 Degree Programs Related to Climate Change -- 4.4 Research and Extension Programs -- 4.5 HEI Support Facilities -- 4.6 Awards and Recognition -- 5 Conclusion -- 6 Way Forward -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 13 Climate Change Communication to Safeguard Cultural Heritage -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Communication on Long Timescales: Risk Assessment -- 2.1 General Risk Assessment Concept -- 2.2 Tailored Climate Change and Extreme Event Information -- 3 Communication on Short Timescales: Resilient Communication During and After Extreme Events -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Conclusion and Outlook -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 14 Capacity Development to Support Planning and Decision Making for Climate Change Response in Kenya -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Rationale. , 2 Capacity Development for Climate Change Response -- 3 Training Program Development Process -- 3.1 Curriculum Development -- 3.2 Facilitators Manual Development -- 3.3 Training of Facilitators (ToF) -- 4 Climate Change Training Program Description -- 4.1 Program Introduction -- 5 Training Program Rollout-Inaugural Training -- 5.1 Participant Selection -- 5.2 Facilitation Selection and Training Material Preparation -- 5.3 Training Sessions -- 5.4 Limitations -- 5.5 Lessons Learnt -- 5.6 Recommendations -- 6 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 15 Climate Change Litigation: A Powerful Strategy for Enhancing Climate Change Communication -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Significant Climate Change Cases -- 2.1 Urgenda v. The Netherlands -- 2.2 Leghari v. Pakistan -- 2.3 Lliuya v. RWE -- 3 Telling Stories in CCL and Promoting the Visibility of Climate Change -- 4 Visualising and Understanding the Science of Climate Change Through CCL -- 5 Educating People and Stimulating Public Debate: Two Additional Positive Effects of CCL -- 6 Conclusion -- Funding Acknowledgement -- References -- Court Decisions -- 16 Transnational and Postcolonial Perspectives on Communicating Climate Change Through Theater -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Diagnosing the Ills of Climate Change Communication -- 3 Climate Change Theatre Action 2015, 2017, and Beyond -- 4 Conclusion -- Works Cited -- 17 Climate Change Communication: A Friendly for Users App -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Mobile Learning (m-Learning) -- 1.2 Climate Change Education (CCE) -- 1.3 Environmental Education (EE) and m-Learning -- 1.4 Climate Change Communication (CCC) -- 1.5 Climate Change Communication Using Mobile Applications -- 1.6 Raising Environmental Awareness Using Mobile Applications as Tools -- 2 The Case of "Climapp" -- 3 Conclusions -- References. , 18 Linaria Port: An Interactive Tool for Climate Change Awareness in Greece.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Climate Change Governance and Policy -- 1 Decentralized Governance and Climate Change Adaptation: Working Locally to Address Community Resilience Priorities -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Decentralized Governance in Mali -- Climate Change Adaptation in Mali -- Livelihoods Context in Mali -- Local Perceptions of Climate Change -- Survey of Adaptive Practices Currently in Use -- Intersection of Climate Adaptation and Governance in Local Planning -- PDESC Content -- The PDESC and Climate Change Adaptation -- Case Study: Koro Commune -- About Koro -- MCCAA and GRAT Support in Koro -- Plan Implementation and Donor Coordination -- Conclusion: Applying Lessons Learned in Mali to Other Contexts -- Recommendations -- Limitations -- References -- 2 Using the Open Standards-Based Framework for Planning and Implementing Ecosystem-Based Adaptation Projects in the High Mountainous Regions of Central Asia -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Ecosystem-Based Adaptation-an Innovative Approach to Help People Adapt to Climate Change -- Project Area and Its Climate Change Impacts -- Methodology -- Using the Open Standards for EbA Planning and Implementation -- Results -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- Annex 1: Temperature and Precipitation Projections for Pilot Areas in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan -- Table X1: Temperature in Villages of Bash Kaiyndy -- Table X2: Precipitation in Villages of Bash Kaiyndy -- Table X3: Temperature in Darjomj and Siponj Villages -- Table X4: Precipitation in Darjomj and Siponj Villages in Tajikistan -- References -- 3 Understanding Climate Change Adaptation: The Role of Citizens' Perceptions and Appraisals About Extreme Weather Events -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Understanding Psychology's Role in Promoting Adaptation to Climate Change -- Human Systems Influence on Climate Systems. , Climate Systems Influence on Human Systems -- Individual's Perceptions and Appraisals of Climate Change Related Events: The Case of Extreme Weather Events -- Study Methodology -- Results and Discussion -- Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 4 Diffusion of Climate Change Adaptation Policies Among Local Governments in Sub-Saharan Africa: Conceptual Review -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Literature Review: The Search for Explanatory Framework -- Contextual and Agency Issues (Bottom-up) Affecting Micro-Level Policy Adoption? -- Structural Factors (Top-Down) Affecting Micro-Level Policies Adoption? -- How Does Biophysical and Climate Science-Heaviness Influence Climate Policy Adoption? -- Policy Diffusion Theories -- Methodology -- Discussion: What Determines the Adoption of CCAPM Practices Among LGs? -- Determinants of LGs' Adoption of Policies: Analytical Framework -- Contextual and Agency Factors Inflowing LGs Ability to Adopt Climate Policy -- Climate Change Issues Should Be Framed as Development Priority -- Adoption Is a Function of Existing Institutional Capacity -- There Should Be Attractive Political Market for Climate Change Policy Adoption -- Adoptable Statutes Must Be Unambiguous and in Sync with Sector Wide Policies -- Adaptation Policies Must Be Attractive to Interest Groups -- Structural Factors Affecting LGs' Adoption of Climate Policy (Top-Down in Nature) -- The Nature of Global Climate Change Financing Architecture -- Is Legitimacy Over Adaptation Domain Relevant to Actors? -- Bio-Physical and Science-Heaviness of Climate Change Factors -- Science-Heaviness of Climate Change to Local Actors -- How Severe Is Climate Change Risk Perceived- Geographical Location of LG -- Are There Any Local Social Co-Benefits -- Policy and Governance Suggestions -- References -- 5 The Politics and Governance of Negative Emissions Technologies. , Abstract -- Paris Agreement and Its Temperature Goal -- Potential Impacts at Expected Temperature Changes -- Geoengineering Options -- Risks Associated with Geoengineering -- Carbon Budget -- Proposals to Reduce Some Risks of Geo-Engineering -- Implications of Limiting the Risks of Geo-Engineering -- Main Risks of Climate Change and the Approach of the Financial Stability Board -- The Carnegie Climate Geoengineering Governance Initiative (C2G2) -- Conclusions and Limitations of the Paper -- References -- 6 Vulnerability Here, There, and Everywhere: What Happened to Ghana's Decentralized Climate Change Adaptation Policy? -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Literature Review: Finding an Analytical Framework -- Ghana's Vulnerability to Climate Change -- Ghana's Decentralized System: A Vehicle for Governing Adaptation at the Micro Level -- Discussion of Data from the Field -- Extent to Which Adaptation Governance Have Been Decentralized in Ghana -- Public Agencies and Specialized Bodies (Deconcentrated Arms) and Adaption Governance -- Local Government (Devolved Arm) and Adaptation Governance -- Other Locally Based Agencies (Autonomous Arm) and Adaptation Governance -- How Has Decentralization of Adaptation Governance Impacted Local Adaptive Capacity? -- Institutional Flexibility and Effective Coordination: Implication for Building Adaptive Capacity -- Decentralization Permits Quicker and Effective Response Against Climatic Extremes -- Resource Leveraging: Decentralization Allows Willing but Incapable LG to Access NGOs Support -- Selective Planning: Exploring Diversity for Adaptive Capacity Building -- Participatory Mapping: A Vehicle for Building Consensus, Legitimacy and Reduction in Areas of Tension -- Determining Flows of External Support to Different Social Groups: Target Mapping for Capacity Building. , Decentralized Structures as Vehicles for Building Local Adaptive Capacity -- Availability and Access to Capable Caretakers of Non-state Actor Adaptation Projects -- Conclusion and Policy Suggestion -- References -- Climate Change Adaptation, Resilience and Disaster Risk Management -- 7 Effect of a Drought on Cork Growth Along the Production Cycle -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Methods -- Study Area -- Data Acquisition -- Data Analysis -- Results -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 8 Ozone Layer Depletion, Climate Change, Risks and Adaptation -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Methods -- Ozone Layer Depletion and Ozone Monitoring -- Climate Change -- Ozone Layer Depletion and Climate Change -- Risks and Adaptation -- Ozone Layer Depletion and Climate Change: Experience from Belarus -- Adaptation to Ozone Layer Depletion and Climate Change: Results from Belarus -- Conclusion -- References -- 9 Embedding Adaptation into Development Planning and Decision Making Process at the Municipal Levels in Mozambique -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Context -- The General Context: Mozambique -- The Local Context: Pemba and Quelimane Cities -- Conceptual Framework -- Methods -- Results -- Climate Change and Impacts in Pemba and Quelimane Cities -- Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment -- Designing Interventions: Setting a Climate Resilient Development Agenda Through the Local Adaptation Plans -- Implementing Interventions: Focusing on the Enabling Factors -- Conclusions and Way Forward -- Conclusions -- Way Forward -- References -- 10 Promoting Private Sector Engagement in Climate Change Adaptation and Flood Resilience-A Case Study of Innovative Approaches Applied by MSMEs in Mumbai, India -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Methodology and Study Area -- MSME Profile and Owners' Perspectives on Floods and Risk Management. , An Innovative Framework to Manage Flood Risks -- Problem Assessment -- Identification of Key Context-Specific Parameters -- Structural and Non-structural Measures -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- 11 Can Young Olive Plants Overcome Heat Shock? -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Materials and Methods -- Plant Material and Experimental Conditions -- Plant Water Status -- Gas Exchange -- Evaluation of Carbohydrates Content -- Determination of Cell Membrane Permeability and Lipid Peroxidation -- Data Analysis -- Results and Discussion -- Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 12 Microclimatic Adaptations That Occurred in Urban Area in the Brazilian Cerrado Between the Years 2011-2012 and 2016 -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Study Area -- Methods -- Results -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- Social Perceptions and Socio-cultural Dimensions of Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation -- 13 Outlining Community Perceptions of Climate Change in Local Adaptation Strategies Development: The Case of ClimAdaPT.Local -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Social Perceptions of CC -- Conceptual Framework -- Climate Change Perceptions in Portugal -- Contextual Framework -- Methodological Framework -- Analysis and Discussion of Results -- Final Remarks -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 14 Attitudes, Ability and Willingness: Rethinking Split-Incentives of Non-domestic Building Tenure to Overcome Energy Inertia -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Energy Challenge from Non-domestic Buildings -- Energy Policy -- Non-domestic Property Ownership -- The Design of the Study -- The Impact of Non-domestic Building Ownership -- Ownership in Context -- Energy Improvement Incentives and Barriers -- The Impact of Tenancy Agreements -- Owners and Users' Relationships Within Energy Management -- The Impact and Implications of Rethinking Split-Incentives. , Conclusion.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- 1 Terraced Agroforestry Systems in West Anti-Atlas (Morocco): Incidence of Climate Change and Prospects for Sustainable Development -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Bibliographical Information for the State of the Art -- 2.2 Survey and Data Analysis -- 2.3 Cartographic Data -- 2.4 Analysis of Past and Future Climate Data -- 3 Results and Discussions -- 3.1 Geological Features of the Study Area -- 3.2 Human Footprint and Demographic Data -- 3.3 Terraced Agroforestry Systems -- 3.3.1 Learning from History -- 3.3.2 Associated Management -- 3.3.3 TAS: An Adapted Food Security Management in Anti-Atlas -- 3.3.4 Advantages Beyond Food Security -- 3.4 Terraced Agroforestry System: Significant Regression Trend in the Anti-Atlas -- 3.5 Drought Incidence in Morocco and Anti-Atlas Region -- 3.5.1 Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) -- 3.5.2 The Köppen-Geiger Climate Classification -- 3.6 Prospect for Sustainable Development in Anti-Atlas (Chtouka Ait Baha) -- 3.6.1 Climatic Factors -- 3.6.2 Human Factors -- 4 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 2 Increasing Pulse Consumption to Improve Human Health and Food Security and to Mitigate Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Benefits Deriving from Pulses -- 2.1 Nutritional and Health Benefits -- 2.2 Environmental Benefits -- 3 Pulses Consumption in Europe -- 4 An Example on: How to Increase the Amount of Pulse Consumption in a Food Service Setting? the "Choose Beans" Campaign -- 4.1 The Relevance of Catering Sector in Food Provision -- 4.2 The Choose Beans Campaign -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 3 Ecosystem Services and Incentive Mechanisms for Environmental Preservation in Brazil -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Environmental Economics and the Conservation of Ecosystems. , 3 Mechanisms and Instruments to Preserve Ecosystem Services in Brazil -- 4 Governance to Preserve Ecosystem Services -- 5 Integration of Public Policies, Regulations, and Incentive Mechanisms for Protecting Ecosystem Services -- 6 Ecosystem Services and the Fulfilment of Sustainable Development Goals-SDGs -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- Legislation -- 4 Are We Missing the Big Picture? Unlocking the Social-Ecological Resilience of High Nature Value Farmlands to Future Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 A Global View of Traditional Farming and Farmlands -- 1.2 What Are High Nature Value Farmlands and Why Are They Important? -- 1.3 Resilience of Traditional, Low-Intensity Farmlands to Environmental Change -- 1.4 Potential Impacts of Climate Change on Traditional Low-Intensity Rural Landscapes -- 2 Methods -- 2.1 Literature Search -- 2.2 Analysis of Data Gathered from Literature Review -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 Research on Impacts of Climate Change in Traditional, Low-Intensity Farmlands: When, Where and How? -- 3.2 Which Impacts of Climate Change on Traditional High Nature Value Farmlands Have Been Under Researchers' Scrutiny? -- 4 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 5 Profitability of Cassava Based Farms Adopting Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practices in Delta State, Nigeria -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Objectives of the Study -- 1.2 Hypotheses of the Study -- 1.3 Conceptual Frameworks -- 2 Research Methods -- 2.1 Study Area -- 2.2 Sampling Plan and Data Collection Method -- 2.3 Data Analysis Technique -- 2.3.1 Model Specification -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 Profitability Differentials in Three CSAs Adopted by Cassava Farms in the Study -- 3.2 Effects of Socioeconomic Variables and Adoption of CSA Practices on Cassava Farms' Profitability -- 4 Conclusion -- References. , 6 Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices (CSA) Adoption by Crop Farmers in Semi-arid Regions of West and East Africa: Evidence from Nigeria and Ethiopia -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Objectives of the Study -- 2 Research Methods -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 Identification of the Analogues Sites -- 3.1.1 Socio-economic Attributes of Crop Farmers in the Semi-arid Regions of Ethiopia and Nigeria Facing Threats of Climate Change -- 3.1.2 Perception of Crop Farmers on Climate Change Risks Affecting Farm Crops Production -- 3.1.3 Climate Smart Agricultural Strategies/Technologies Adopted to Cope with Perceived Risks of Climate Variability and Change in Ethiopian and Nigerian Analogous Farm Sites -- 4 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- Appendix 1 (Arc-GIS Output Showing the CCAFS Result for Katsina Non) -- Appendix 2 (Arc-GIS Output Showing the CCAFS Result for Mekelle Non) -- Analogues Results -- References -- 7 Challenges, Futures and Possibilities of Land Use in Rural Areas of Cela Municipality: Risks, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation and Links to Sustainability -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Background -- 3 Land Management, the Integration of the Risk of Climate Change in the Angolan Normative Judicial Context, and the Action Plan for Climate Change -- 4 Study Area and Population -- 4.1 The Municipal Area of Cela (Waku-Kungu) -- 4.2 Population and Socio-economic Situation -- 5 Methods -- 6 Results and Discussion -- 7 Conclusions -- References -- 8 Future Climate Change Impacts on Malta's Agriculture, Based on Multi-model Results from WCRP's CMIP5 -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Aim of This Study -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Study Area and Data Collection -- 2.2 Multi-model Climate Projections Under Multiple Climate Scenarios -- 2.3 Multi-model Analysis -- 2.4 Climate Change Impact -- 3 Results and Discussion. , 3.1 Projected Climate Trends and Multi-model Variability -- 3.2 Hierarchical Clustering of Multi-model Output -- 3.3 Projected Aridity -- 3.4 Projected Evapotranspiration -- 3.5 Projected Heat Stress -- 3.6 Projected Water Requirements -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- 9 The Urgent Need for Enhancing Forest Ecosystem Resilience Under the Anticipated Climate Portfolio Over Kerala Under RCP 4.5 and Its Possible Implications on Forests -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials and Methods -- 2.1 Study Area -- 2.2 Forest Cover in Kerala -- 2.3 Climate Change Modeling Approach -- 3 Results and Discussion -- 3.1 General Projections Warming Over the Districts of Kerala -- 3.2 Exclusive Projections Warming for Forested Areas of Kerala -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- 10 Mediterranean Marginal Lands in Face of Climate Change: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Climate Change in the Mediterranean Region -- 3 History and Main Trends of Mediterranean Grasslands in Southern Portugal -- 4 Grassland Biodiversity and Services in a Changing Climate -- 5 Primary Productivity, Food Quality and Implications for Livestock -- 6 Strategies to Cope with Climate Change -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 11 Sustainable Food Systems in Culturally Coherent Social Contexts: Discussions Around Culture, Sustainability, Climate Change and the Mediterranean Diet -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 What Is a Sustainable Diet? -- 1.2 Climate Change and Sustainable Food Production -- 1.3 The Case of the Mediterranean Diet -- 1.3.1 Culturally "Coherent", More Than Culturally "Acceptable" -- 2 Conclusion -- References -- 12 Multifunctional Urban Agriculture and Agroforestry for Sustainable Land Use Planning in the Context of Climate Change in Serbia -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Methodological Approach. , 2 General Context of Agriculture and Agroforestry in Terms of Climate Change in Serbia -- 3 Institutional Framework for Sustainable Land Use in Serbia -- 3.1 Agriculture -- 3.2 Agroforestry and Green Infrastructure -- 3.3 Resume -- 4 Sustainable Land Use Application at Various Levels-Examples of Multifunctional Urban Agriculture and Agroforestry in Serbia -- 4.1 Public and Institutional Green Spaces -- 4.2 Urban Agriculture and Agroforestry as Part of the Green Infrastructure -- 4.3 Private Parcels in Peri-urban Area -- 5 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- National regulative, strategies and plans -- 13 Alien Plant Species: Environmental Risks in Agricultural and Agro-Forest Landscapes Under Climate Change -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 A Brief Historical Perspective on the Introduction of Alien Plant Species -- 3 Invasive Plant Species Originally Cultivated in Production Systems and Their Impacts Outside Crop Areas -- 3.1 The Most Wide-Spread Plant Invasions -- 3.2 Impacts on Ecosystem Services -- 4 Managing the Spread of Invasive Plant Species in the Broader Landscape -- 4.1 Strategies to Tackle Invasive Plant Species -- 4.2 Modelling and Detection Tools to Support Management -- 4.2.1 Remote Sensing Based on Airborne Sensors -- 4.2.2 Habitat Distribution Models -- 4.2.3 Dynamic Ecological Models -- 5 Challenges of Alien Plant Invasions in the Light of Climate Change -- 5.1 Forecasting -- 5.2 Predicting Impacts on Ecosystem Services -- 5.3 Adaptive Management -- 6 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 14 Remote Sensing of Droughts Impacts on Maize Prices Using SPOT-VGT Derived Vegetation Index -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials -- 2.1 Background on Study Area -- 2.2 Remote-Sensing Data -- 3 Methods -- 3.1 Field Data Collection -- 3.2 GIS Data Analysis -- 3.3 Remote Sensing Data Analysis. , 3.4 Maize Price Data Analysis.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Political, Social and Economic Dimensions of Sustainable Development -- 1 Lessons Learned for Decision-Makers During a 5-Year Research Period on Sustainability Problems at the Galileo University in Guatemala -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodological Aspects of the Investigation: Characteristics of the Two Different Samples About Renewable Energy (RE) and Climate Change (CC) -- 3 Results: Where the Changes Are Needed -- 4 First Gap: The Separation Between Research and Teaching -- 5 Second Gap: Lack of Links and Synergies Between Specialized Disciplines and the Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies -- 6 Third Gap: Lack of Synergies Among the Various Sectors to Which the Different Stakeholders, Who Tend to Segment Their Activities, Belong -- 7 Fourth Gap: The Existence of Large Deficits in Coordination Efforts -- 8 Fifth Gap: Lack of Linkages Between the Short-, Medium-, and Long-Term that Tends to Postpone Action Indefinitely -- 9 Conclusions and Recommendations for Decision-Making Regarding Renewable Energy and Climate Change -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 2 Using Design Thinking and Facebook to Accompany Women in Solving Water Problems in Morocco -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Results: The Women's Participation in the Facebook Group -- 2.2 Results: Collaborative Learning as Reported by the Women -- 2.3 Results: Representations of the Water Quality Problem -- 2.4 Results: Analysis of the Creativity of Solutions Proposed by the Women -- 3 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 3 A Critical Review of the Role of Indicators in Implementing the Sustainable Development Goals -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 The Pros and Cons of Indicator Use -- 1.2 Indicators for a Better Future? -- 2 Contested Concepts and the Sustainable Development Goals. , 3 Indicators Are Limited Interpretations, Not Objective Descriptions -- 3.1 Three Different Understandings of Sustainable Development -- 3.2 Indicators Shape How We View the World: Alternative Indictors Can Lead to Conflicting Outcomes -- 4 Indicators Struggle with Unquantifiable, Moral Issues -- 4.1 Arts, Culture and Ultimate Ends -- 4.2 Indicators that Ignore Essential Elements Risk Undermining the Concept They Claim to Measure -- 5 Can Indicators Be Useful in Implementing the SDGs? -- 5.1 Indicators Can Clarify Political Views and Increase Accountability -- 5.2 Indicators Facilitate New Understandings of Complex Systems -- 6 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 4 A Minor Matter of Great Concern: The Different Sustainability Logics of 'Societal Benefits' and 'Socio-economic Profit' -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 The Epistemological and Ontological Challenge of Transdisciplinary Research -- 3 The Sustainability Problem of Fisheries Governance: A Transdisciplinary Process -- 4 Boundary Objects: Theory for Transdisciplinary Research -- 5 Methods -- 6 A National Fishing Strategy: A Diversity of Stakes -- 6.1 A Change of Wording from Societal Benefits to Socio-economic Profitability -- 6.2 The Proposal that Secures the Integration of All Three Sustainability Dimensions -- 7 Connecting Science to Real-World Problems -- 8 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 5 Corporate Sustainable Strategies in Dom Pedro I Industrial Road Axis, São Paulo, Brazil -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Study Area -- 3 Profiles and Actions of Companies Analyzed -- 4 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 6 Water Resources in the Context of Global Environmental Change: Some Perspectives for Sustainability -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Problems Observed in the River Taff (Motivating Actions). , 3 Actions That Have Been Developed by the Living Taff Project, Considering the Perspective of Sustainability -- 4 Deforestation, Drought and Crisis Water in the Cantareira Water Supply System -- 5 Proposals for Action for Water Resources Management and Environmental Sustainability -- 6 Conclusions -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 7 Knowledge and Awareness of Sustainability in Saudi Arabian Public Universities -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Higher Education in Saudi Arabia -- 3 Research Methodology -- 4 Results, Analysis and Discussion -- 5 Conclusions and Recommendations -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 8 Urban Agriculture in Cape Town: Building Sustainable Livelihoods -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Trends in Urban Agriculture Research -- 3 The Sustainable Livelihoods Framework -- 4 Methodology -- 5 Results and Analysis -- 5.1 Social Capital -- 5.2 Human Capital -- 5.3 Financial Capital -- 5.4 Natural and Physical Capital -- 5.5 Limitations to Urban Agriculture -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 9 Fostering Sustainable Communities and Resilient Cities Whilst Supporting 'Life on Land' Through a Colombian School's Initiative -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 3 A School Conservation and Restoration Initiative to Provide Quality Education Whilst Supporting Life on Land -- 3.1 Case Study Background -- 3.2 Overview of EP Initiative and Changes -- 3.3 Evaluation -- 4 Results and Analysis -- 4.1 Environmental Stewardship and Development of ESD Competencies -- 4.2 The EP's Perceived Impact Regarding the Adoption of Lifestyles or Actions that Contribute to SD -- 4.3 EP's Perceived Strengths and Challenges -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- 10 Teaching Food Security to Low-Income Rural Families in the United States -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Community Wellness Initiative Overview -- 1.2 Methodology. , 2 Increasing Food Security for Community Residents -- 2.1 Education for Community Members -- 2.2 Access for Community Members -- 3 Increasing Food Security for Students Through Food Access and Education -- 3.1 Academic Year (August-June) -- 3.2 Summer (June-July) -- 4 Other Wellness Benefits of the Garden -- 5 Next Steps -- 5.1 For Community Gardeners -- 5.2 For Students -- 5.3 For the Community Wellness Initiative -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 11 A Holistic Approach to Embedding Social Responsibility and Sustainability in a University-Fostering Collaboration Between Researchers, Students and Operations -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Vision of a Living Lab -- 3 Organisational Change Through Combining Different Types of Knowledge -- 4 The Roles of Intermediaries -- 5 Key Learning -- 6 Future Plans -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 12 Multi-stakeholder Partnerships (SDG #17) as a Means of Achieving Sustainable Communities and Cities (SDG #11) -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Literature Review -- 2.1 Sustainable Community Plans (SCPs) -- 2.2 Collaborative Strategic Management -- 2.3 Multi-stakeholder Partnerships -- 2.4 Implementation Structure -- 2.5 Plan Outcomes -- 2.6 Partner Outcomes -- 3 Methodology -- 3.1 Limitations -- 4 Results and Analysis -- 5 Policy Relevance -- 5.1 Implications -- 6 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 13 Pioneering in Sustainability Reporting in Higher Education: Experiences of a Belgian Business Faculty -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Sustainability Reporting in Higher Education -- 3 Methods -- 3.1 Research Strategy -- 3.2 Data Collection and Analysis -- 3.3 Limitations of the Study -- 3.4 Presentation of the University (HUB-KU Leuven) Under Study and Its Business Faculty -- 4 Findings: Description and Analysis of the Sustainability Reporting Process at HUB-KU Leuven. , 4.1 Adhering to the Global Reporting Initiative's Sustainability Reporting Guidelines -- 4.2 Sustainability Reporting Data Collection and Analysis -- 4.3 Stakeholder Engagement Processes -- 4.4 Student Involvement in Sustainability Reporting -- 5 Discussion: Opportunities and Challenges of Sustainability Reporting in Higher Education -- 5.1 Main Challenges of the Sustainability Reporting Process -- 5.2 Main Opportunities of the Sustainability Reporting Process -- 6 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 14 The Challenges of Implementing Sustainable Development Goals in Brazil: An Analysis Based on the Outcomes of the Brazilian Millennium Development Goals -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Millennium Development Goals -- 1.2 Sustainable Development Goals -- 2 The Major Brazilian Challenges in the Achievement of the Millennium Development Goals -- 2.1 Brazilian Challenges in the Second MDG -- 2.2 Brazilian Challenges in the Third MDG -- 2.3 Brazilian Challenges in the Fifth MDG -- 2.4 Brazilian Challenges in the Sixth MDG -- 2.5 Brazilian Challenges in the Seventh MDG -- 3 Brazilian Challenges in the Sustainable Development Goals -- 3.1 Challenges in Achieving Universal Education in the SDGs Context -- 3.2 Challenges in Achieving Gender Equality in the SDGs Context -- 3.3 Challenges in Achieving Maternal Health in the SDGs Context -- 3.4 Challenges in Combating Diseases in the SDGs Context -- 3.5 Challenges in Achieving Sustainability in the SDGs Context -- 4 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 15 Corporate Policies on Rights and Engagement of Communities: Alternatives and Advances -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Corporate Policies on Rights -- 3 Sustainability -- 4 Engagement of Communities -- 5 Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC): An Alternative -- 6 Methodology -- 7 Results and Analysis -- 8 Conclusion -- References. , 16 Local Sustainability Indicators and Their Role in the Implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in the HE Sector.

Note: Intro -- Vorwort -- Inhaltsverzeichnis -- 1 Entwicklung eines Leitbilds zur „Nachhaltigkeit in der Außer-Haus-Gastronomie" -- Literatur -- 2 Mit qualitativen „insights" aus der Nische zum Mainstream: Nachhaltiger Konsum von Körperpflegeprodukten -- Literatur -- 3 Beitrag erneuerbarer Energien zur Verfügbarkeit von Elektrizität und Wasser in Afrika: Ansätze für eine nachhaltige Entwicklung? -- Literatur -- 4 Nachhaltigkeit als Determinante des Innovationserfolgs - ein Systematic-Literature-Review und Entwicklung eines konzeptionellen Modells -- Literatur -- 5 Nachhaltigkeit des urbanen Gütertransports stärken: Kann ein Transition-Management-Ansatz elektrische Nutzfahrzeuge fördern? -- Literatur -- 6 Den Beitrag von kleinen und mittleren Unternehmen zur Umsetzung der Sustainable-development-Goals der Vereinten Nationen - Ein Priorisierungswerkzeug -- Literatur -- 7 Sustainable-Governance für die Sustainable-Development-Goals -- Literatur -- 8 Die normative Ordnung der service-dominierten Logik für ein komplexes Wertnetzwerk - ein innovativer Weg zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit? -- Literatur -- 9 Nachhaltigkeitsforschung in einer transzendenten Entwicklung des Hochschulsystems - ein Ordnungsangebot für Innovativität -- Literatur -- 10 Marktimpulse für Verbraucherprodukte ohne problematische Inhaltsstoffe -- Literatur -- 11 Transformationspsychologie für nachhaltige Entwicklung: Zur Überwindung von Hindernissen für Nachhaltigkeit im Rahmen einer psychologisch fundierten Sustainability-Science -- Literatur -- 12 Innovative Ansätze im Bereich Energie und Nachhaltigkeit -- Literatur -- 13 Innovationen im Regenwassermanagement in Hamburg -- Literatur -- 14 Kommunikation zwischen Wissenschaft und Praxis als Standbein der Nachhaltigkeitsforschung: Projektbeispiel zukunftsfähige Nahrungssysteme -- Literatur. , 15 Third-Mission und Transfer als Impuls für nachhaltige Hochschulen -- Literatur.

Note: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- 1 Lifelong Learning for Sustainable Development-Is Adult Education Left Behind? -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 From MDGs to SDGs-Searching for Adult Education -- 3 Education and Sustainable Development Goals-What Is New for Adult Education? -- 4 Adult Education and LLL: "Lost in Translation" -- 5 Adult Education and Sustainability: Natural Allies -- 6 Conclusions -- References -- 2 Teacher's Competences in Sustainability During Lifelong Learning -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 3 Lifelong Learning -- 4 Competences for Education for Sustainable Development -- 5 New Demands for Teachers in Sustainable Development-Two Sides of Teacher's Competences -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 3 Empowerment for Sustainability in a Community Context: Lifelong Learning and the Story of the BIG 5 Community Tourism Forum, Koffiekraal/Brakkuil (South Africa) -- Abstract -- 1 Lifelong Learning as the Key to the Reduction of Poverty and Inequality -- 2 Community Asset Mapping Programme (CAMP) -- 3 Exploring the Linkages: Lifelong Learning, Community-Based Tourism and Sustainable Development -- 3.1 Sustainability, Tourism and Learning -- 3.2 An Integrated Approach Towards Sustainable and Community-Based Tourism -- 3.3 Sustainable Development Through Host Learning in Community-Based Tourism -- 4 Community-Based Tourism: South African Case Study -- 4.1 Lifelong Learning Through the Classroom Transfer of Knowledge of Community-Based Tourism -- 4.2 Practical Application of Knowledge and Skills -- 4.3 Challenges and Solutions -- 4.4 Preparations for the Launch of the Village Tours -- 4.5 Personal Growth and Indicators of Success -- 5 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 4 Education for Sustainable Development in Non-formal Set-Ups: Diagnosing a Culture of Inertia -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction. , 1.1 Setting the Scene -- 1.2 A Culture of Inertia? -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Fieldwork -- 2.2 Data Analysis -- 2.3 Ethical Considerations -- 2.4 Potential Shortcomings and Mitigating Measures -- 3 Findings and Discussion -- 3.1 Mayhem on the Concept of ESD -- 3.2 Inertia and Siloing -- 3.3 In Context with Malta's National Lifelong Learning Strategy 2020? -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- 5 Lifelong Learning for Poverty Alleviation and Sustainable Development in Pakistan -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Lifelong Learning (LL) and Poverty Alleviation -- 3 Poverty Alleviation and Sustainable Development in Pakistan -- 3.1 Sustainable Development -- 4 Lifelong Learning: A Developmental Perspective -- 5 Desirable Future Directions -- 6 Conclusion -- References -- 6 Empowering Youths: An Alternative Learning Pathway for a Sustainable Future -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Establishing an NGO: Higher Youths -- 2.1 PECT for Future Generations: An Overview -- 3 Methodology -- 3.1 Limitations of Methodology Employed -- 4 Results and Data Analysis -- 4.1 Impact on Participants -- 4.2 Impact on Participant Organisations -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- 7 Empowering Youths as Lifelong Learners Through Education for Sustainable Development: A Critique from the Perspective of Maltese Youths -- Abstract -- 1 Lifelong Learning: A Definition -- 2 Lifelong Learning and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD): A Historical Perspective -- 3 The Development of ESD in the Maltese Islands -- 4 Lifelong Learning, ESD and Youth: How are They Related? -- 5 Methodology -- 6 Results -- 6.1 Knowledge About Sustainable Development -- 6.2 Attitudes Towards Sustainable Development -- 6.3 Skills Towards Sustainable Development -- 7 Answering the Research Question -- 8 Recommendations -- 9 Empowering Youths Towards ESD: A Way Forward -- References. , 8 Why We Should Start Early with ESD for Lifelong Learning -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Early Childhood Education for Sustainability -- 3 The Maltese Context -- 4 Methodology -- 5 The Participants -- 6 Data Collection Methods -- 7 Data Analysis and Reporting -- 8 Triangulation -- 9 Findings and Discussion -- 9.1 Children's Perceptions of the Environment -- 9.2 Children's Perceptions of Environmental Sustainability -- 9.3 Contextual Influences upon Children's Perceptions of Environmental Sustainability -- 10 Conclusion -- References -- 9 Cross-Cultural Experiential Learning During the Short-Term Non-formal Educational Activity -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methods and Methodology -- 3 Theoretical Framework of the Study -- 4 Results -- 5 Conclusion and Discussion -- References -- 10 Social Media and Lifelong Learning for Sustainable Development -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Lifelong Learning -- 2 Social Media, Lifelong Learning, and Social Movements -- 3 Social Media, Lifelong Learning, and Gender Equity -- 4 Social Media, Lifelong Learning, and Environmental Sustainability -- 5 Recommendations for Social Media to Support Sustainable Development -- 6 Initial Phase: Self-Efficacy and Initiative -- 6.1 Action Phase: Motivation and Self-Regulation -- 7 Conclusion -- References -- 11 MOOCs and International Capacity Building in a UN Framework: Potential and Challenges -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction to MOOCs: How Relevant Are MOOCs for the CTCN? -- 2 MOOCs, Their Rapid Rise and Recent Trends -- 3 Current Limits to the Use of MOOCs for Technology Transfer in the UN System -- 4 Conclusion -- References -- 12 An Analysis on the Effectiveness of the Lifelong Learning Through Nature Programme -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Youth and Environmental Perceptions -- 3 Overarching Research Framework -- 4 Focus Group Analysis -- 5 Main Themes. , 6 Detachment -- 7 Personal Actions -- 8 Me, Us and Them -- 9 Education, Schools and the Fall of the TV -- 10 Hope -- 11 Outing Post-Mortem -- 12 Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- 13 Education for Solidarity: A Case Study at PUCPR -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Theoretical Base -- 3 Methodology -- 4 Results and Analysis -- 4.1 Case Study-The Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR) -- 4.2 Identification Phase-Results -- 4.3 Identification Phase-Analysis -- 4.4 Key Elements Diagnosis-Results -- 4.5 Key Elements Diagnosis-Analysis -- 5 Conclusion -- References -- 14 Education for Sustainable Development: Vision, Policy, Practices-An Open or Closed 'Doorway' for Teachers and Schools? -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Rational for the Study -- 3 Methodology and Analysis -- 4 Analysis and Findings -- 4.1 'Cross-Curricular Dimensions: A Planning Guide for Schools' by QCA (2009a, b) -- 4.1.1 Global Dimension and Sustainable Development -- 4.2 'Sustainable Development in Action (SDA): A Curriculum Planning Guide for Schools', QCA (2009a, b) -- 5 Discussion -- References -- 15 Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviour Towards the Environment of Secondary School Teachers -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Literature Review -- 3 Local Focused Actions Targeting Teacher Training -- 4 The International Scenario -- 5 Methodology -- 6 Results -- 6.1 Quantitative Analysis -- 6.2 Qualitative Analysis -- 7 Discussion -- 8 Conclusion -- References -- 16 Building Capacity for Sustainable Development Through Community-Based Education -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Methodology -- 2.1 Research Design -- 3 Results -- 4 Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 17 Education for Sustainable Development and Human Rights -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Education, Human Rights, and Sustainable Development Nexus. , 2.1 Education for Sustainable Development -- 3 Education for Sustainable Development as a Right to Education and a Part of the Human Rights Education -- 3.1 The Right to Education -- 3.2 Rights in Education -- 3.3 Education for Human Rights -- 4 Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- 18 Engaging Rural Women in Entrepreneurship Through an Innovative and Sustainable Dairy Model -- Abstract -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Engaging Women Is Enhancing a Community -- 3 Description of Project -- 3.1 Project Area -- 3.2 Innovativeness of KSF Dairy Model -- 3.3 Conventional Approach in Opposition to the KSF Dairy Model -- 4 KSF Dairy Model Features -- 5 Linking Activities Within the Project -- 6 Demographical Diversity -- 7 Services Offered to Underprivileged People, Especially Women -- 7.1 Contractual Dairy Farming Program -- 7.2 Group Orientation and Training Program -- 7.3 Service Delivery Strategy -- 8 Impact of KSF Dairy Model: Analysis of Results -- 8.1 Quantitative and Qualitative Improvement of Beneficiaries -- 8.2 Occupation of the Beneficiaries -- 8.3 Income Generation from Dairy Farming -- 8.4 Changes in Income of Beneficiaries After Joining in KSF -- 8.5 Milk Consumption by Farmers-The Ideal Diet that Has Been a "Dream Food" -- 9 Quantitative and Qualitative Achievements -- 9.1 Output Level -- 9.2 Outcome Level -- 9.3 Impact Level -- 10 Link Between Lifelong Learning from the Innovative Approach, Sustainable Development, and Empowerment of Rural Women -- 10.1 KSF Dairy Model-Evolving a Profitable Farming Model -- 10.2 Link Between Sustainable Development and Empowerment of Women -- 11 Directions for Future Projects -- 12 Lessons Learned and Conclusion -- Acknowledgements -- References -- 19 Lifelong Music Learning for Sustainable Development -- Abstract -- 1 The Connection Between Lifelong Music Learning and Sustainable Development. , 2 Case of Flanders.