IDRC. CCAA Program2014-06-192014-06-192011http://hdl.handle.net/10625/52802Within the developing world, where immediate needs are so pressing, it is difficult to implement adaptation to deal with future risks if it does not also support development. Since development generally focuses on reducing poverty, those aiming to help the vulnerable adapt to a changing climate must consider whether adaptation actions also help reduce poverty.application/pdfenCLIMATE CHANGEADAPTATIONCAPACITY BUILDINGAFRICAPOVERTY REDUCTIONCLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATIONADAPTIVE CAPACITYRESEARCH TO POLICYReflections : approaching climate change adaptation as a means to reduce povertyClimate Change Adaptation in Africa Program : 2010-11 annual reportAnnual Report