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🗞️ Driving the news: The European climate movement's perspective on adaptation has evolved significantly in 2023
• High-profile protests against ski resorts and water reservoir projects in France and Switzerland have highlighted the urgent need for rethinking climate adaptation strategies to more sustainable, inclusive approaches
🔭 The context: Traditionally, adaptation was viewed skeptically by many within the climate movement, seen as a concession to fossil fuel interests
• However, recent events have challenged this stance, demonstrating the deeply political nature of climate adaptation and the concept of "transformational adaptation" as defined by the IPCC
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: These protests and the broader discussion around adaptation underscore the complexity of addressing climate change
• It's not just about reducing emissions but also about how societies adjust to inevitable changes, ensuring actions do not further harm vulnerable ecosystems or communities
⏭️ What's next: The growing recognition of adaptation's importance may shift climate activism towards advocating for transformative adaptation policies that address systemic vulnerabilities and promote sustainable development
• This could include a greater focus on local, community-led adaptation efforts that are inclusive and equitable
💬 One quote: "The question of adaptation was therefore thrust into the spotlight like rarely before," (Joost de Moor, Professor at Sciences Po)
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