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The chapter explores the intricate relationship between disasters and climate change, emphasizing the impact of climate-related disasters over the years. It highlights the importance of integrating climate change adaptation (CCA) and disaster risk reduction (DRR) into sustainable development efforts. The text discusses the challenges and differences in approaches to these two fields, underscoring the need for coordinated action across various missions and levels.
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Term: Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Definition: A systematic effort to analyze and manage causal factors of disasters to reduce risk.
Term: Climate Change Adaptation (CCA)
Definition: A process of adjusting to current or expected climate conditions to minimize harm and exploit beneficial opportunities.
Term: Geophysical Disasters
Definition: Disasters caused by geological processes, such as earthquakes and tsunamis.
Term: Climatic Disasters
Definition: Disasters influenced by climatic conditions that focus more on hydrological and meteorological aspects.