Climate change and resiliency in Vietnam

January 6, 2014

Check out this great video about climate change and what the city of Hoi An in Vietnam is doing to make itself more sustainable and resilient to flooding and other climate change risks.

Flood Lines - Urban Adaption to Climate Change in Hoi An, Vietnam

In the city of Hoi An, the people show great resiliency in their ability to cope with natural disasters, especially flooding, which are exacerbated by climate change and development. UN-Habitat has worked with the local government and other stakeholders to assess the climate change vulnerabilities and develop an eco-city strategic plan. Watch the video.