Moving forward: Southeast Asian perspectives on climate change and biodiversity

Moving forward : Southeast Asian perspectives on climate change and biodiversity -- Contents -- Tables -- Figures -- Foreword -- Preface -- Contributors -- Acronyms -- Introduction -- 1. Exploring the Link between Climate Change and Biodiversity by Ahmed Djoghlaf and Delfin Ganapin, Jr. -- Regional Perspectives and Cross-Cutting Issues -- 2. Issues on Climate Change and Biodiversity in Southeast Asia by Rodel D. Lasco -- 3. Climate Change in the Montane Mainland Southeast Asia: Reflections on Water Resources and Livelihoods by Jian Chu Xu and David Thomas -- 4. Climate Change, Biodiversity, Livelihoods, and Sustainagility in Southeast Asia by Meine Van Noordwijk -- Country Perspectives -- 5. Animal Genetic Resource Conservation and Climate Change in Cambodia: Reducing Livestock to Decrease GHG Emission? by Vathana Sann and Bunthan Ngo -- 6. Malaysia's Current Policy and Research Initiatives Toward Climate Change: Impacts to Biodiversity by Alona C. Linatoc, Mohd. Noh Dalimin and Maryati Mohamed -- 7. Anticipated Impacts of Climate Change on Marine Biodiversity: Using Field Situations that Simulate Climate Change in Singapore by Chou Loke Ming -- 8. Climate Change and Biodiversity in the Philippines: Potential Impacts and Adaptation Strategies by Florencia B. Pulhin and Rodel D. Lasco -- 9. Research Initiatives on Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Thailand by Amnat Chidthaisong -- 10. The Role of Biodiversity in Climate Change Mitigation in Vietnam: The Red River Estuary-Ba Lat Case Study by Nguyen Huu Ninh, Le Thi Thuyet, and Cao Thi Phuong Ly -- 11. Implications of the Dutch-Philippines Biodiversity Research on the Impacts, Vulnerability, and Adaptation to Climate Change: The Coastal Ecosystem by Wilfredo H. Uy -- Challenges and Future Actions -- 12. Biodiversity and Climate Change: Perspectives, Research Needs, and Institutions by Percy E. Sajise, Mariliza V. Ticsay, Gil C. Saguiguit, Jr., Rodrigo U. Fuentes, and Rodel D. Lasco -- Index.

Climate change is a global phenomenon that is being experienced by all levels of society, regardless of race and species, and in all types of ecosystems, regardless of geographic location. It will have diverse effects on biodiversity which will directly impact on food security, water supply, and livelihood among others, especially for the poor and more vulnerable sectors of human society. More importantly, all forms of life including human society are trying their best to adapt and survive. This book explores the two-way link between climate change and the state of biodiversity in Southeast Asia. By drawing on the experiences and lessons shared by representatives from research and development agencies, academic institutions, donors, and other organizations; and the crosscutting issues contributed by experts, this book aims to provide insights, lessons, and perspectives on how Southeast Asia is dealing with these twin concerns. This book is invaluable to all who are interested in assessing research gaps, identifying future research areas, drafting effective policy agenda, and implementing critical activities at the community, national, and international levels