The Dangers of Disaster-Driven Responses to Climate Change

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Date

June 11, 2018

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Sarah E. Anderson, Ryan R. Bart, Maureen C. Kennedy, Andrew J. MacDonald, Max A. Moritz, Andrew Plantinga, Christina L. Tague, and Matthew Wibbenmeyer

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Journal Article

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Low-probability, high-consequence climate change events are likely to trigger management responses that are based on the demand for immediate action from those affected. However, these responses may be inefficient and even maladaptive in the long term.

Authors

Sarah E. Anderson

Ryan R. Bart

Maureen C. Kennedy

Andrew J. MacDonald

Max A. Moritz

Andrew Plantinga

Christina L. Tague

Matthew Wibbenmeyer

Fellow; Director, Wildfire Strategies Initiative

Matthew Wibbenmeyer is a fellow at RFF and director of the Wildfire Strategies Initiative.

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