The Coral Triangle and climate change: ecosystems, people and societies at risk
This study explores the strong links between people and coastal ecosystems within the Coral Triangle, and establishes two scenarios of the future in the face of a changing climate. The scenario planning was done after a comprehensive review of a multitude of social, environmental and economic drivers, bringing together the experience, viewpoints and analysis of over 20 experts from the climate, biological, economic, policy and social sciences. The major focus of the study is to examine how the future might unfold for one of the most ecologically rich yet most populated regions of the planet. In doing so, this report develops a series of policy recommendations which must be taken on board if we are to avoid a major environmental and human catastrophe.