The role of aquaculture under climate change

FAO

The role of aquaculture under climate change

Climate change special session at Aquaculture Africa 2024 (AFRAQ24)

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 5

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ; World Bank ;

Product type Meeting

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Synopsis (short abstract)

The session is divided into two separate themes:

The first time slot will focus on addressing aquaculture's vulnerabilities to climate change, and adaptation options for the sector.
The second slot will focus on how to measure emissions from aquaculture, and mitigation options for the sector.

Objectives

Inform participants about regional and global initiatives for climate change adaptation and mitigation in the aquaculture sector, presenting the most recent advances.
Raise awareness and discuss the impacts of climate change on aquaculture in the region.
Share experiences and strategies and discuss ways to move forward with the implementation of climate change actions in the aquaculture sector.

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Meeting symbol NA

Meeting Session Number AFRAQ24

Meeting date 22 November 2024

Meeting location Hammamet, Tunisia

Language English

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