This is a Technical Paper of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change prepared in response to a decision of the Panel. The material herein has undergone expert and government review, but has not been considered by the Panel for possible acceptance or approval.
Contents
1. Introduction to climate change and water
2. Observed and projected changes in climate as they relate to water
3. Linking climate change and water resources: impacts and responses
4. Climate change and water resources in systems and sectors
5. Analysing regional aspects of climate change and water resources
6. Climate change mitigation measures and water
7. Implications for policy and sustainable development
8. Gaps in knowledge and suggestions for further work