POLICY FRAMEWORK EVALUATION OF CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA

Slobodan Milutinović

DOI Number
https://doi.org/10.22190/TEME240401043M
First page
761
Last page
775

Abstract


Climate change presents a pressing challenge today, intertwined with complex risks like natural hazards and ecosystem degradation, potentially endangering populations. The paper discusses the challenges posed by climate change in the Republic of Serbia, highlighting the need for improved awareness and readiness to plan and execute climate adaptation strategies. It covers various strategic frameworks and international agreements related to climate change adaptation, emphasising the country’s alignment with global initiatives such as the Paris Agreement and the EU’s Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. The analysis suggests the importance of enhancing institutional capacities, fostering collaboration, and prioritising comprehensive adaptation measures to effectively address the impacts of climate change in Serbia. It also underscores the need for the further development of multi-sectoral initiatives to effectively address climate risks in Serbia and ensure a sustainable future in the face of climate challenges.


Keywords

climate change, climate policy, adaptation, strategic framework, Serbia

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