Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies Under Climate Change Scenario

The unprecedented events of climate change affecting all the dimensions of human life urge the need to address appropriate adaptation as well as mitigation strategies. Though working towards the common goal, mitigation strategies have proved to be useful for the long run; on the other hand, adaptation strategies are applicable and useful in the short run itself. There are many options for adaptation and mitigation. This chapter provides a comprehensive view on the concept of such strategies and approaches in different sectors. A decisive component of adaptation and mitigation is the enactment of strategies that are appropriate, economically and socially viable and effective for stakeholders.