OPC Spotlight: Combatting Sea Level Rise in Southern California: How Local Governments Can Seize Opportunities While Minimizing Risk
Source
Authors
California Ocean Protection Council (OPC)
Published
2018
Description
Researchers at UCLA Law developed this study for Southern California decision-makers. The paper identifies how local governments can harness legal doctrines to support aggressive, innovative actions to address sea level rise while minimizing their legal risk. The paper can help local governments understand the ways to use legal tools to enhance their adaptive capacity by providing them with the necessary legal authority for certain adaptation actions.
Climate Impact Tags
Sea level rise
Adaptation Planning Guide Phases
Phase 2: Assess Vulnerability
Phase 3: Define Adaptation Framework and Strategies
Resource Type Tags
ICARP Case Study
Topics
Extent: Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
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Last updated: April 26, 2024