Authors:
Ebert, S., O. Hulea and D. Strobel
Publication Date:
2009
Abstract/Summary:
In assessing ongoing floodplain restoration work that commenced in 1993, this paper finds the following. (a) Along the lower Danube River, restoration of floodplains by decommissioning under-performing flood protection infrastructure has provided many benefits. The benefits of these adaptation measures include improved natural capacity to retain and release floodwaters and remove pollutants, enhanced biodiversity, and strengthened local economies through diversification of livelihoods based on natural resources. (b) The drivers for more successful adaptation measures in the Danube included EU expansion, legal mechanisms, and local desire to improve livelihoods.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Climate and Development
Link:
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.3763/cdev.2009.0022