Research and Social Implementation of Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction as Climate Change Adaptation in Shrinking Societies

Principal Investigator

YOSHIDA Takehito

The University of Tokyo

Area : Japan

* This project will be converted to PR status (Research Program 1) in mid-2017

Ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR) not only lowers disaster risks but also receives benefits of ecosystem services by reducing the exposure of human activities in high-hazard locations and performing human activities in low-hazard places.

Ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR) not only lowers disaster risks but also receives benefits of ecosystem services by reducing the exposure of human activities in high-hazard locations and performing human activities in low-hazard places.

The occurrence of natural disasters has been increasing—partly due to contemporary climate change—and adaptation to disaster risks is important for local communities. At the same time, many communities are experiencing shrinking populations. The ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR) takes advantage of the multi-functionality of ecosystems, including their capacity to mitigate disasters while providing multiple ecosystem services. Population decline provides ample opportunity for implementing Eco-DRR. Project research will develop practical solutions for implementation of Eco-DRR in local communities by visualizing natural disaster risks, evaluating multi-functionality of Eco-DRR, conducting scenario analysis, examining traditional and local knowledge of Eco-DRR, and collaborating with insurance and other sectors.

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