Climate Risk in Urban and Urbanizing Geographies

It assesses the climate risks to services, populations, and infrastructure in urban centers and urbanizing rural towns, and identifies opportunities for adaptive responses. The document provides an overview of Madagascar's climate, including climate trends and projections, and discusses the impacts of climate change on urban areas, including increased flood risk, water scarcity, and heat stress. It also examines the intersection of urbanization and climate risks, highlighting case studies of vulnerable cities and towns, such as Antananarivo, Tulear, Tsihombe, and Maroantsetra. The document aims to inform development programming in Madagascar, emphasizing the need for proactive investment in resilient urban planning and infrastructure development.