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Scope :
This ssta aims to understand the effects of climate change on agricultural production and food security, as well as the influence of human activities, particularly seaport development, on coastal environments. through data analysis and modeling, the ssta will develop adaptation strategies for agriculture and investigate potential environmental indicators for coastal water quality monitoring. by leveraging big data or non-traditional data sources, this research will provide valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to make informed decisions regarding climate change and ocean health. this ssta aligns with adbs commitment to climate action and aims to contribute to the long-term sustainability and well-being of participating dmcs.
Climate change is a significant contributor to extreme weather events, causing widespread damage to both the environment and communities worldwide. the asia-pacific region is particularly vulnerable to these impacts primarily due to the regions heavy reliance on agriculture and densely populated coastal areas. unfortunately, human activities play a crucial role in making these events more frequent and severe. this ta explores climate change from these two perspectives. firstly, it acknowledges the impact of climate change on agriculture production and food security, and explores effective adaptation strategies. secondly, it recognizes the influence of human activities on the environment and the need to understand and minimize this. the complex relationship between climate change and human activities in diverse local contexts necessitates further research to inform effective mitigation and adaptation strategies.
from the first perspective, this ta explores the impact of climate change on agricultural production and food security, and effective adaptation strategies to mitigate climate risks. according to estimates by the united nations food and agriculture organization (un fao), between 2008 and 2018, asia alone suffered disaster-related crop and livestock production losses worth approximately usd 207 billion, accounting for about 74 percent of the global loss. most of these losses occurred in china, which accounted for 55 percent of the global total, amounting to usd 153 billion. with climate change expected to intensify extreme weather events, this situation is likely to worsen without timely adaptation actions. the majority of farmers in the region are smallholders who rely on their produce for both food and income. therefore, agricultural losses could directly lead to increased hunger and malnutrition, as well as reduced income and well-being for the poorest populations. additionally, large-scale production reductions could trigger food price volatility and create food crises at national and regional levels.
to tackle these challenges, the initial step involves data analysis of the impact of climate change on agricultural production and food security. by utilizing historical data on climate and c
