Linking Climate Change Adaptation, Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention
Publisher: Planetary Security Initiative and adelphi
Author(s): Dennis Tänzler, Lukas Rüttinger, and Nikolas Scherer
Date: 2018
Topics: Climate Change, Conflict Prevention, Programming
This policy brief explores the way in which linking climate change adaptation and peacebuilding measures presents opportunities and challenges for conflict prevention. It argues that integrating these two sectors could play a major role in preventing the triggering and escalation of climate-related conflicts and in promoting peace. However, integrating climate change adaptation and peacebuilding remains a challenge for practitioners. This policy brief outlines the key issues that must be resolved in order to make progress towards a more holistic approach and greater resilience.