Adaptation Solution Research
OER PROJECT: CLIMATE/ LESSON 3.2ACTIVITY ADAPTATION SOLUTION RESEARCH1Unless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Adaptation Solution Research”, OER Project, https://www.oerproject.com/PurposeEvaluating adaptation solutions will help you prepare to assess the value of these solutions in the future.Key InformationReview the evaluation criteria to determine the success of an adaptation solution:oTime:How quickly can thesolution start havingan impact?oCost:How much will it cost to implementthe solution, both upfront and in the long term?oImpact potential:How great will the solution’s effect be on human and natural well-being?Process1.Use what you learned in this lesson or do additional research to choose an adaptation solution to focus on. The EPA’s “Strategies for Climate Change Adaptation” (https://web.archive.org/web/20170112183014/https://www.epa.gov/arc-x/strategies-climate-change-adaptation) is a good place to start exploring a wide range of adaptation solutions.Solution:2.Research your solution andfill in the table below. Remember to use your claim-testing skills when encountering new information and sources on the internet.
OER PROJECT: CLIMATE/ LESSON 3.2ACTIVITY ADAPTATION SOLUTION RESEARCH2Impact-reducing potentialDescribe the effects ofthis solution. CostDescribe the general costs associated with this solution. TimeDescribe the approximate time needed to implement this solution. Other variablesAre there other important factors to consider when evaluating this solution? Consider obstacles such as implementation, public perception, policies, and equity.
OER PROJECT: CLIMATE/ LESSON 3.2ACTIVITY ADAPTATION SOLUTION RESEARCH33.Based on your analysis, would you advocate for this adaptation solution to be implemented? Why or why not? 4.How does this solution compare to others you’ve encountered so far?5.How does your research support, extend, or challenge what you previously knew about implementing adaptation solutions?