Compound extremes occur when multiple extreme events happen simultaneously or sequentially, often amplifying their impacts. Heatwaves and droughts, floods and cyclones, droughts and pests, extreme precipitation events and landslides, climate-related diseases and food insecurity are some examples of compound extremes. In low-income countries, these events can be particularly devastating due to limited resources and infrastructure. Compound extreme events, exacerbated by climate change, present profound challenges for low-income countries, threatening food security, water resources, livelihoods, and socio-economic development. Building resilience to these extreme events requires a comprehensive understanding of their underlying drivers, including climate variability, human activities, and socio-economic conditions.
This session seeks contributions that:
1) Examine the various dimensions of compound extremes, such as their frequency, intensity, duration, and spatial distribution, using advanced risk assessment approaches.
2) Propose innovative and cost-effective mitigation strategies, including early warning systems, flood/drought-resistant agricultural practices, and sustainable water management techniques, aimed at enhancing resilience and adaptive capacity in low-income regions.
By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders, this session aims to develop valuable insights and practical strategies for strengthening resilience to compound extremes in low-income countries, integrating scientific research with local knowledge and community involvement.