Abstract
Climate change is contributing to raising disaster risk, with variable impacts depending on the local level of vulnerability. This paper describes a method for the definition of local vulnerability domains to climate change. The application of the methodology is aimed at building local vulnerability maps. The set of indicators of climate exposure, sensitivity and adaptive capacity, theoretically identified and practically tested on two case studies in southern Italy, contributes to support the territories in identifying the main local vulnerabilities, as well as define, subsequently, a systematic framework for identifying the most suitable mitigation and adaptation measures to climate change according to the specificities of the contexts of interest. In this regard, we consider the framework of risks and related impacts due to climate change on urban infrastructure proposed by the European Commission in order to face common challenges in the EU territories. Specifically, reference is made to three thematic focuses, which are “transport infrastructures”, “energy infrastructures” and “buildings and construction sector”. Although still at an early stage, the results of the research contribute to identifying useful elements of interrelation with the urban context for guiding resilient planning choices and reducing risks.
Highlights
Climate change is a systemic phenomenon on a global scale [1,2] attributable to anthropogenic and natural causes [3,4]
The general objective is to support the territories in identifying the main local vulnerabilities, as well as subsequently define the most suitable mitigation and adaptation measures to climate change according to the specificities of the contexts of interest
This study addresses the issue of risks related to climate change, placing itself within the framework of the urban planning discipline
Summary
Climate change is a systemic phenomenon on a global scale [1,2] attributable to anthropogenic and natural causes [3,4]. It covers changes in the average climatic conditions and climate variability and changes in the magnitude and frequency of extreme events. In light of the expected evolutions in terms of frequency, timing and intensity of extreme weather events [8], it is necessary to promote the assessment of local vulnerability levels as well as the mitigation and adaptation capacity of places in accordance with sustainable development goals
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