In this chapter we explore the extent to which the measures of value incorporated incost–benefit analysis (CBA) can be utilised to guide decision-making in adapting to climate change. Our motivation derives from the fact that whilst is currently a key element in the project and policy...

Growing scientific evidence suggests that human-induced climate change will bring about large-scale environmental changes such as sea-level rise and coastal flooding, extreme weather events and agricultural disruptions. The speed and extent of these changes and the expected impacts on social and...