Climate Change and Small Island Developing States: Arguments for Accelerating Action.
Abstract: Small island developing states (SIDS) are some of the most vulnerable nations to the future effects of climate change; some are even experiencing climate change effects already. Increased intensity of tropical storms, ocean acidification, sea-level rise, and other effects all challenge the...
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fttuftsuniv:oai:tufts:20849 2023-05-15T17:51:28+02:00 Climate Change and Small Island Developing States: Arguments for Accelerating Action. Harris, Samantha. application/pdf https://dl.tufts.edu/catalog/tufts:20849 unknown Tufts University. Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Theses and Dissertations. Tufts University electronic theses and dissertations. Tufts University. Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning. Text fttuftsuniv 2018-12-05T13:38:28Z Abstract: Small island developing states (SIDS) are some of the most vulnerable nations to the future effects of climate change; some are even experiencing climate change effects already. Increased intensity of tropical storms, ocean acidification, sea-level rise, and other effects all challenge the physical, economic and social viability of these nations. Why is it that the developed nations have not rallied to mitigate climate change or help small nations adapt to its effects? This thesis examines this relationship between developed and developing nations and what motivates action by developed nations. It then explores arguments that the SIDS can make to defend their importance and accelerate action by developed nations in order to protect the SIDS from damage associated with climate change. Data on SIDS economies informs the assessment. An analysis of five arguments, economic, tourism, human rights, diversity and resiliency, reveals that all are compelling except economic. SIDS have exceptionally diverse biological and cultural resources that are far more valuable than the countries' contributions to the global economy. Anticipatory action on the part of developed countries is needed to protect this rich heritage for our collective wellbeing. Thesis (M.A.)--Tufts University, 2011. Submitted to the Dept. of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning. Advisor: Ann Rappaport. Committee: Penn Loh. Keywords: Climate Change, and International Relations. Text Ocean acidification Tufts Digital Library (TDL) |
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Abstract: Small island developing states (SIDS) are some of the most vulnerable nations to the future effects of climate change; some are even experiencing climate change effects already. Increased intensity of tropical storms, ocean acidification, sea-level rise, and other effects all challenge the physical, economic and social viability of these nations. Why is it that the developed nations have not rallied to mitigate climate change or help small nations adapt to its effects? This thesis examines this relationship between developed and developing nations and what motivates action by developed nations. It then explores arguments that the SIDS can make to defend their importance and accelerate action by developed nations in order to protect the SIDS from damage associated with climate change. Data on SIDS economies informs the assessment. An analysis of five arguments, economic, tourism, human rights, diversity and resiliency, reveals that all are compelling except economic. SIDS have exceptionally diverse biological and cultural resources that are far more valuable than the countries' contributions to the global economy. Anticipatory action on the part of developed countries is needed to protect this rich heritage for our collective wellbeing. Thesis (M.A.)--Tufts University, 2011. Submitted to the Dept. of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning. Advisor: Ann Rappaport. Committee: Penn Loh. Keywords: Climate Change, and International Relations. |
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Climate Change and Small Island Developing States: Arguments for Accelerating Action. |
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