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Radically Different World A

Preparing for Climate Change
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In A Radically Different World: Preparing for Climate Change, Jonathan Boston provides an urgent exploration of our future in the face of climate change. Focusing on the challenges of adaptation, Boston’s insightful analysis assesses the scale of impact on communities, the need for robust policy for... Read More
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'Humanity’s desire for hope is understandable, especially when the future looks threatening and anxiety provoking. Yet hope, to be genuine and lasting, requires firm foundations.'

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In A Radically Different World: Preparing for Climate Change, Jonathan Boston provides an urgent exploration of our future in the face of climate change. Focusing on the challenges of adaptation, Boston’s insightful analysis assesses the scale of impact on communities, the need for robust policy for relocation, and the design of fair compensation schemes.

He charts the changing landscape of residential property insurance and offers a vision for navigating our uncertain future with hope. This BWB Text is essential for understanding and preparing for the profound changes.

Urgent adaptation: Stresses the immediate need for community adaptation to climate change impacts.

Relocation policy: Calls for strong relocation policies and equitable compensation for those affected.

Future-proofing: Reimagines property insurance and instils hope in facing climate uncertainty.

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ISBN: 9781991033956

Publisher: Bridget Williams Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2024

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Bridget Williams Books

Audience: General / adult

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About the Author

Jonathan Boston is Emeritus Professor of Public Policy at Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington.

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