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T1 ADAPT Cost Project: Analysis of the Economic Costs of Climate Change Adaptation in Africa
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
A2 Watkiss, Paul
A2 Downing, Thomas
A2 Dyszynski, Jillian
A2 Brown, Sally
A2 Kebede, Abiy S.
A2 Nicholls, Robert J.
A2 Hope, Chris
A2 Antoff, David
A2 Devisscher, Tahia
A2 Hunt, Alistair
A2 Taylor, Tim
PB United Nations Environment Programme
YR 2010
FD 2010
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/7836
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/7836
NO This monograph summarises research investigating the economic costs of adapting to climate change in Africa and reviews available evidence to support policy discussions on financing adaptation. The document examines multiple analytical approaches, including global economic modelling, investment and financial flow assessments, and sectoral or national studies, to estimate potential adaptation costs. It discusses methodological challenges such as uncertainty in climate projections, socio-economic assumptions, sector coverage and the treatment of adaptation measures. Sectoral evidence is reviewed for coastal zones, health, ecosystems, agriculture and water resources, highlighting potential impacts and adaptation responses. The analysis indicates that climate change could impose significant economic losses in Africa, while adaptation investments—ranging from capacity building to infrastructure—can substantially reduce risks but require considerable financial resources over time.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 22, 2026