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Matthieu Bellon and Giovanni Melina

This online course, presented by the IMF's Institute for Capacity Development, Fiscal Affairs Department, and Research Department, serves as the fourth in a six-part "Macroeconomics of Climate Change (MCCx)" series. In this offering, you will learn about the definition of adaptation, as well as policies and strategies for promoting and mainstreaming adaptation. You will also learn about DIGNAD, a climate modeling tool countries can use to analyze their resilience to climate shocks.

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This online course, presented by the IMF's Institute for Capacity Development, Fiscal Affairs Department, and Research Department, serves as the fourth in a six-part "Macroeconomics of Climate Change (MCCx)" series. In this offering, you will learn about the definition of adaptation, as well as policies and strategies for promoting and mainstreaming adaptation. You will also learn about DIGNAD, a climate modeling tool countries can use to analyze their resilience to climate shocks.

What you'll learn

  • Define adaptation to climate change and explain why it can be macrocritical.
  • Identify policies to promote investment in adaptation to climate change.
  • Explain the three-pillar based strategy to design and mainstream adaptation policies.
  • Describe the main features of DIGNAD, a climate modeling tool, and understand the scenarios that can be analyzed in a typical application.

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Learning objectives

  • Define adaptation to climate change and explain why it can be macrocritical.
  • Identify policies to promote investment in adaptation to climate change.
  • Explain the three-pillar based strategy to design and mainstream adaptation policies.
  • Describe the main features of dignad, a climate modeling tool, and understand the scenarios that can be analyzed in a typical application.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Suitable for policymakers and analysts interested in mainstreaming climate change adaptation policies
Introduces DIGNAD, a valuable climate modeling tool for analyzing resilience to climate shocks
Part of a six-part Macroeconomics of Climate Change series, providing a comprehensive understanding of the topic
Focuses on climate change adaptation, equipping learners to address a crucial aspect of climate change management
Taught by instructors from the IMF's Institute for Capacity Development, Fiscal Affairs Department, and Research Department, bringing in expert knowledge and experience

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation with these activities:
Volunteer with a climate change organization
This activity will allow you to gain hands-on experience with climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts.
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  • Find a climate change organization to volunteer with.
  • Apply to volunteer.
  • Volunteer with the organization.
Review macroeconomics concepts
Reviewing macroeconomics concepts will provide a solid foundation for learning about adaptation to climate change.
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  • Revisit textbooks or online resources on macroeconomics.
  • Attend a refresher course or workshop on macroeconomics.
  • Discuss macroeconomics concepts with a tutor or mentor.
Attend a workshop on climate change adaptation
This activity will provide you with the opportunity to learn from experts and connect with others who are interested in climate change adaptation.
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  • Find a workshop on climate change adaptation.
  • Register for the workshop.
  • Attend the workshop.
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Practice applying adaptation policies
This activity will help you develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to design and implement effective adaptation policies.
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  • Identify a real-world example of a climate change adaptation policy.
  • Analyze the policy and identify its strengths and weaknesses.
  • Develop a plan to improve the policy based on your analysis.
Analyze case studies of adaptation policies
Analyzing case studies will enhance your understanding of how adaptation policies are designed and implemented.
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  • Identify different case studies of adaptation policies.
  • Review the case studies and identify key elements.
  • Analyze the effectiveness and challenges of the policies.
Read 'Economics of Climate Change' by Stern
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the economic implications of climate change, including adaptation strategies.
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  • Read the book and take notes on key concepts.
  • Summarize the main arguments and recommendations of the book.
  • Identify how the book's insights relate to the course material.
Use DIGNAD to analyze climate change resilience
This activity will help you gain hands-on experience using DIGNAD, a powerful tool for analyzing climate change resilience.
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  • Install DIGNAD on your computer.
  • Create a new DIGNAD project.
  • Add data to your project.
  • Run a DIGNAD simulation.
  • Analyze the results of the simulation.
Develop a communication plan for climate change adaptation
This activity will help you develop the skills needed to communicate the importance of climate change adaptation to a variety of audiences.
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  • Identify your target audience.
  • Develop key messages for your audience.
  • Choose the right communication channels for your audience.
  • Develop a creative and engaging communication plan.
  • Implement your communication plan.

Career center

Learners who complete Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Climate Adaptation Specialist
As a Climate Adaptation Specialist, you will lead adaptation efforts to climate change's growing impact around the globe. This course is particularly suited to your career, as it provides an understanding of adaptation's definition, relevant policies, and strategies for promoting and mainstreaming adaptation. As this course teaches the three-pillar based strategy for designing and mainstreaming adaptation policies, you'll learn how to effectively implement adaptation measures.
Climate Change Consultant
Climate Change Consultants advise organizations on the risks and opportunities associated with climate change. This course may be useful to your career, as it can help build a foundation in adaptation from the effects of climate change. By studying policies to promote investment in adaptation, you will be better prepared to advise organizations on how to mitigate risks and seize opportunities.
Environmental Economist
As an Environmental Economist, your work focuses on the economic impacts of environmental issues. This course may be useful in understanding the macroeconomic effects of climate change and policies for adaptation. Through exploring the concept of DIGNAD, a climate modeling tool, you'll learn to analyze resilience to climate shocks, enabling you to better inform policymaking and decision-making.
Climate Policy Analyst
A Climate Policy Analyst researches, develops, and analyzes climate policies. This course could supplement your knowledge by providing insight into adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. You will gain a deeper understanding of strategies for mainstreaming adaptation and the role of DIGNAD in assessing climate resilience, aiding you in evaluating and shaping effective climate policies.
Sustainability Manager
Sustainability Managers lead efforts to improve the sustainability of organizations. This course may be useful in your career, as it provides an understanding of adaptation to climate change and the strategies for mainstreaming adaptation. By learning about policies to promote investment in adaptation, you can contribute to your organization's preparedness and resilience to climate change impacts.
Climate Risk Analyst
Climate Risk Analysts identify, assess, and manage climate-related risks. This course may be useful, as it provides an introduction to adaptation to climate change and the three-pillar based strategy for designing and mainstreaming adaptation policies. By understanding the role of DIGNAD in assessing climate resilience, you can more effectively evaluate and mitigate climate-related risks.
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientists study the environment and its interactions with human activities. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By understanding how to promote investment in adaptation and the strategies for mainstreaming adaptation, you can contribute to developing and implementing effective environmental policies.
Natural Resource Manager
Natural Resource Managers oversee the conservation and management of natural resources. This course may be useful, as it provides insight into adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By learning about the strategies for promoting and mainstreaming adaptation, you can better manage natural resources in the face of climate change impacts.
Urban Planner
Urban Planners design and manage the development of cities and towns. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and the strategies for mainstreaming adaptation. By understanding the role of DIGNAD in assessing climate resilience, you can effectively plan for and adapt urban areas to the impacts of climate change.
Disaster Relief Coordinator
Disaster Relief Coordinators manage and coordinate disaster relief efforts. This course may be useful, as it provides insight into adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By learning about the three-pillar based strategy for designing and mainstreaming adaptation policies, you can better prepare for and respond to climate-related disasters.
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Engineers design and implement solutions to environmental problems. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By understanding how to promote investment in adaptation, you can contribute to developing and implementing effective environmental engineering solutions.
Public Health Specialist
Public Health Specialists promote the health of communities. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By understanding how to promote investment in adaptation and the strategies for mainstreaming adaptation, you can better protect communities from the health impacts of climate change.
Climate Data Scientist
Climate Data Scientists analyze and interpret climate data to inform decision-making. This course may be useful, as it explores DIGNAD, a climate modeling tool. By learning how to use DIGNAD, you can enhance your data analysis and modeling skills to support climate adaptation efforts.
Conservation Scientist
Conservation Scientists study and work to protect natural ecosystems. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By understanding how to promote investment in adaptation and the strategies for mainstreaming adaptation, you can better protect natural ecosystems from the impacts of climate change.
Policy Advisor
Policy Advisors provide advice to governments and organizations on policy development. This course may be useful, as it explores adaptation to climate change and relevant policies. By learning about the three-pillar based strategy for designing and mainstreaming adaptation policies, you can provide more informed advice on climate change adaptation.

Reading list

We've selected nine books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation.
Provides a comprehensive review of the literature on economic modeling of climate change. It valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the economic implications of climate change and is particularly useful as a reference tool.
This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of climate change adaptation, with a focus on developing countries.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the economics of climate change, with a focus on policy issues. It valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the economic implications of climate change.
Provides a scientific overview of climate change. It valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the science of climate change and is particularly useful as a reference tool.

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