This analytical report summarizes observed and projected trends in extreme weather events, present-day climate variability, future climate change and their impacts on China’s different regions. In addition to reviewing the physical climate science, the paper also looks at trends in economic damages in China from weatherrelated hazards. The paper serves as background for a series of discussion papers on climate risk management and adaptation in China.
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Organization: WB
Theme: Other
Topics: Energy, Environment, Water, Adaptation, Risk Reduction/Management, Policy Instruments
Type of material: Analytical-Technical Document
Publication date: 2013
Language: English