Decreasing the Economic Toll of Disasters - Science Policy Conference 2012
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a panel discussion from the 2012 AGU Science Policy Conference addressing the rising economic impact of natural disasters. Learn from experts in climate science, agriculture, international development, and risk assessment as they examine strategies to understand and mitigate risks to protect people and property. Gain insights into the record-breaking $380 billion cost of natural disasters in 2011 and the projected continued increase in economic toll. Discover approaches for decreasing the financial impact of disasters through the perspectives of government agencies, research institutions, and the insurance industry.
Syllabus
Science Policy Conference 2012: Decreasing the Economic Toll of Disasters
Taught by
AGU
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