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Climate Change Impact and Adaptation for the Lower Mekong Basin

The study adopts a basin-wide, spatial approach in quantifying shifts in the geographical suitability of the key crop species and impacts on other livelihood sectors by 2050. Statistical downscaling of Global Circulation Models were used to regionalize global climate projections and coupled with a land use suitability assessment tool to examine the impacts of projected changes in climate on the suitability of six crops: rainfed rice, soya, maize, cassava, robusta coffee, and rubber. The spatial approach applied in the Study not only highlights areas projected to experience major changes due to climate change but also identifies the priorities for adaptation response.