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These will then be analyzed along side proposed Responses in the form of adaptation options. It is Module
suggested that the assessments are ecosystem-based and the adaptation options are sectoral-based in
an attempt to make science policy relevant.

This module places local sustainability, its development challenges and local vulnerabilities in the context
of climate changes at regional and global levels in order to understand their linkages. It is well recognized
that a response strategy to climate change is an additional and new area of sustainable community

development, that in addition to many other local priorities like reducing poverty, improving sanitation
and safe access to fresh water, health issues and diminishing ecological resiliency. Abu Dhabi, UAE

Accordingly, there is a need to explore linkages between climate change and development priorities

and identify those overarching sustainable development pathways that combine building resilient
communities and promoting adaptation to climate change.

This module follows seven key steps:
1. Identifying characteristics of vulnerability and scope of the assessment

2. Assessing vulnerability and the DPSIR framework

3. Monitoring vulnerability

4. Identifying the impacts of climate change and their assessment
5. Creating responses and determining the adaptation options

6. Prioritizing the adaptation options

7. Developing a basic implementation plan and a communication strategy

In order to illustrate the concepts and methodologies introduced in the steps of this module, a
number of case studies focusing on vulnerability, identification of adaptation options, prioritization and
implementation are presented. To help the facilitators through the training event, we also included
guidance on the key stakeholders and materials needed for the training.

Upon successful completion of this module, the user will be prepared to integrate climate change and
vulnerability into IEA. Specifically, they will be able to:

? Conduct and interpret vulnerability assessments by understanding its key components of exposure,
sensitivity and capacity;

? Identify impacts of future climate change and climate variability on human well-being and environment
? Identify key areas of integration, in which adaptation to climate change goes hand-in-hand with
other development priorities and building resilience in natural and human systems;

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