Water shortages will become a chronic worry in Peru

2017 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Usage ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sensitive Issue ◽  
Coastal Belt ◽  
Rainfall Patterns ◽  
Water Provision ◽  
Chronic Problem

Subject The outlook for water provision. Significance Water usage in Peru is expanding faster than easily-accessible supplies, especially in the densely populated but arid coastal belt. Unusual rainfall patterns will have helped replenish aquifers this year, but studies suggest that water shortages will become a chronic problem in a country very vulnerable to climate change. Impacts Water provision is a politically sensitive issue, especially if it involves consumers paying higher tariffs. Water shortages are likely to exacerbate conflicts among users, including between different regions. Globally, studies suggest that Peru is one of the countries most exposed to the effects of climate change and increased temperatures.

Water shortages constrain Iran's economic outlook

2016 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Food Security ◽  
Water Availability ◽  
Political Order ◽  
Water Crisis ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Increasing Demand ◽  
Industrial Demand ◽  
Economic Outlook

Subject Iran water crisis. Significance Increasing demand and ineffective management, exacerbated by climate change, are imposing unsustainable strains on the country's freshwater resources. Water shortages have stoked local conflicts within Iran, and clashes with Afghan forces. Mounting water stresses risk undermining economic development, food security and, potentially, political order. Impacts Water scarcity will increase competition for water between agriculture, power generation, urban and industrial demand. Food security will be highly vulnerable to diminishing water availability, increasing import bills and fiscal burdens. Inter-provincial and international tensions over shared waters will rise. Mass population displacements from desertified regions could occur. The environmental sector will provide increasing opportunities for economic and diplomatic engagement with Iran as sanctions are lifted.

scholarly journals Perceptions of climate change and water availability in the Mediterranean tourist sector

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 552-569 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Torres-Bagur ◽  
Anna Ribas Palom ◽  
Josep Vila-Subirós
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Adaptation Measures ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Climate Change Effects ◽  
North East ◽  
Mitigation And Adaptation ◽  
International Tourist ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Tourist Accommodation

Purpose The purpose of this paper is understand these perceptions and identify main problems associated to climate change in order to design effective mitigation and adaptation strategies to guarantee the sustainability of tourism and natural resources. The Mediterranean basin is a leading international tourist destination and one that is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Although these effects are largely known, in-depth studies of how they and the associated risks are perceived by key tourism stakeholders have not been performed. Design/methodology/approach Interviews were held with 31 hotels, campsites and rural lodgings in the Muga River basin in north-east Catalonia, in which both owners and managers were asked about their perceptions of climate change, effects and countermeasures. Findings Perceptions of climate change and its effects varied according to the type of establishment and location (coast, cities or inland). Significant differences were observed for perceptions of how responsibilities for implementing mitigation and adaptation measures to counter the effects of climate change, including water shortages, should be shared out between the main agents with an interest in guaranteeing the sustainability of tourism, namely, government bodies, tourist establishments and clients. The predominant opinion, however, was that the bulk of the responsibility should lie with government bodies. Practical implications Only when those responsible for running tourist establishments are aware of the risks of climate change, it will be possible to design and implement effective short-, medium- and long-term strategies aimed at strengthening the resilience of the tourist industry. Originality/value The originality of this study lies in its novel methodology and approach, which involved analyzing perceptions of climate change, including water shortages and its effects among owners and managers of different types of tourist accommodation establishments in distinct parts of the same area.

Jordan’s coming climate crisis will hit youth hard

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Young People ◽  
Information Provision ◽  
Spillover Effects ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Environmental Challenges ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Environmental Deterioration ◽  
Climate Crisis ◽  
Relevant Education

Significance Young people, who will be most affected in their lifetimes, are disadvantaged by a lack of relevant education and information provision. They are also more preoccupied by immediate challenges of poverty and unemployment -- even though the country’s acute vulnerability means environmental challenges are already exacerbating these problems. Impacts Climate change will further undermine employment prospects, driving more young people to emigrate. Environmental deterioration will have most impact on the poorest, further worsening inequality. Water shortages will constitute an acute regional challenge, with spillover effects into and from neighbouring countries.

Worsening drought threatens Panama Canal

2020 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Levels ◽  
Environmental Activism ◽  
Panama Canal ◽  
Canal Water ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Government ◽  
Reduced Water

Subject Canal climate threats. Significance The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced that it will introduce a 10,000-dollar surcharge on ships over 125 feet (38.1 metres) in length, with effect from February 15. Other fees will also be applied to vessels depending on water levels at the time of transit. Recent droughts in areas around the canal have reduced water levels, restricting the number of vessels that can transit the waterway. The situation -- largely attributed to climate change -- threatens to deteriorate further over the coming years, undermining the canal’s reliability as a logistics and transport hub. Impacts Uncertainty over long-term canal revenue prospects may lead the government to rein in its spending plans. Canal water shortages are likely to boost environmental activism in Panama, not just related to the canal. The long-discussed Nicaragua canal would face similar water challenges, further reducing the likelihood that project will go ahead.

scholarly journals Climate change and variability perceptions in Ga-Dikgale community in Limpopo Province, South Africa

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 392-405
Author(s):  
Enerst Shingai Chikosi ◽  
Shingirai Stanley Mugambiwa ◽  
Happy Mathew Tirivangasi ◽  
Sejabaledi Agnes Rankoana
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Rural Communities ◽  
Crop Production ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Climate Change And Variability ◽  
Rainfall Patterns

Purpose Perceptions of climate change and its threats to rural communities are among major challenges faced by scientists around the world. A few studies prove that these communities are aware of change in climatic conditions and their impacts on people’s livelihoods. Climate change is usually perceived as increasing warming days, erratic rainfall patterns, ecological variability, biological change and their adverse effects on human beings. This study aims to assess Ga-Dikgale community’s perceptions on climate change and variability. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research method was adopted and community members of age 60 and above in GaDikgale community were purposively selected as participants in the study. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, and thematic content analysis was used to analyse data. Findings The study found that the community perceives climate change and climate variability based on changes in temperature patterns, erratic rainfall patterns, seasonal change, depletion of biodiversity, decline in subsistence crop production, change in water quality and cessation of cultural activities. Originality/value The study concludes that community’s perceptions of climate change are largely centred on variations in temperature and rainfall patterns. It has been established that knowledge of climate change in rural communities is of paramount importance in as far as adaptation to climate hazards is concerned.

The relationship between climate change and internal migration in the Americas

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge Alejandro Silva Rodríguez de San Miguel ◽  
Esteban Martínez Díaz ◽  
Dulce María Monroy Becerril
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Internal Migration ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
South American ◽  
Water Usage ◽  
Discussion Section ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Insight Into

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the relationship between climate change and internal migration in the Americas.Design/methodology/approachA systematic literature review type of research synthesize the state of knowledge; it was searched through the Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, among other databases, for articles that focused on climate migration, gender, water stress and models for predicting movement.FindingsDecreased water availability and increased prevalence to water-related disasters causes internal migration. Also, male out migration is quite prevalent in South American nations with women being left to take care of the families.Research limitations/implicationsThere is a need for further primary research to analyse what actions the Americas are taking to carve out a large policy-making space for themselves in climate change and internal migration.Originality/valueThe 32 papers explored in the discussion section present a novel insight into climate change, water usage, gender and internal migration. The papers also elucidate that cultural and ideological conflicts are bound to occur as the communities move with the receiving society finding it hard to accommodate the needs of the climate migrants.

Climate change impacts on water resources in a rural community in Limpopo province, South Africa: a community-based adaptation to water insecurity

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 587-598
Author(s):  
Sejabaledi Agnes Rankoana
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
Rural Community ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Adaptation Practices ◽  
Community Based Adaptation

Purpose The study explored the impacts of climate change on water resources, and the community-based adaptation practices adopted to ensure water security in a rural community in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Design/methodology/approach The study was conducted in Limpopo Province, South Africa. The participatory approach was used to allow community members to share their challenges of water scarcity, and the measures they have developed to cope with inconsistent water supply. Findings The study results show that the community obtains water for household consumption from the reticulation system supplied by Mutale River and the community borehole. These resources are negatively impacted by drought, change in the frequency and distribution of rainfall, and increased temperature patterns. The water levels in the river and borehole have declined, resulting in unsustainable water supply. The community-based adaptation practices facilitated by the water committee include observance of restrictions and regulations on the water resources use. Others involve securing water from neighbouring resources. Originality/value This type of community-based action in response to climate change could be used as part of rural water management strategies under climate change.

scholarly journals A Prospective Study for the Mitigation of the Climate Change Effects: The Case of the North Aegean Region of Greece

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (24) ◽  
pp. 10420
Author(s):  
Ioannis Chatziioannou ◽  
Efthimios Bakogiannis ◽  
Charalampos Kyriakidis ◽  
Luis Alvarez-Icaza
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Prospective Study ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Sea Levels ◽  
Aegean Region ◽  
Climate Change Effects ◽  
The North ◽  
North Aegean ◽  
A Prospective Study

One of the biggest challenges of our time is climate change. Every day, at different places of the world, the planet sends alarming messages about the enormous transformations it is experiencing due to human-based activities. The latter are responsible for changing weather patterns that threaten food production, energy production and energy consumption, the desertification of land, the displacement of people and animals because of food and water shortages due to the reductions in rainfall, natural disasters and rising sea levels. The effects of climate change affect us all, and if drastic measures are not considered in a timely manner, it will be more difficult and costly to adapt to the aforementioned effects in the future. Considering this context, the aim of this work is to implement a prospective study/structural analysis to the identified sectors of a regional plan of adaptation to climate change so as to promote the resilience of the region against the negative phenomena generated by the climate crisis. This was achieved in two steps: first, we identified the relationships between the strategic sectors of the plan and organized them in order of importance. Second, we assessed the effectiveness of several public policies oriented towards a city’s resilience according to their impact upon the strategic sectors of the plan and the co-benefits generated by their implementation for society. The results highlight that the most essential sectors for the mitigation of climate change are flood risk management, built environment, forest ecosystem management, human health, tourism and rise in sea level. As a consequence, the most important measures for the resilience of the North Aegean Region against climate change are the ones related to the preparation of strategic master plans for flood protection projects.

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