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When Climate Adaptation Backfires
In the scramble to combat climate change, so-called solutions can cause more harm. An IPCC 2022 report warns of these maladaptations.
Dec 17, 2022 6:00 AM
Some climate mitigation efforts, like London’s Thames Barrier for flood control, carry steep costs. Others contribute to new hazards. (Credit: Marc Pinter/Shutterstock)
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