Climate change adaptation gets practical in 2012 Climate Change Forum

The 2nd Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Forum, held at the United Nations Convention Center, Bangkok on 12-13 March, concluded on a high note as scientists, development workers, government officials, academicians, international organizations, students, and representatives from civil society came together to discuss climate change adaptation topics that cut across issues of governance, management, and technology replication. Participants were presented with thought-provoking insights on climate change adaptation strategies and practical experience. Riding on the momentum of four plenary sessions were twenty-four panel sessions that allowed participants to choose groups that tackled subjects ranging from government led policy interventions to corporate private sector initiatives. Gender practice and community-based adaptation were also among the topics discussed alongside food and agriculture, ecosystems management, and disaster mitigation. Mainstream and alternative media were given as much exposure as "anti fragility" climate resilient cities. In the Market Place, at least thirty organizations set up exhibits and information booths, where the common theme was how adaptation varied from one context to another. Read more about the 2012 Climate Change Forum's March 12 and March 13 highlights.