Challenges of Climate Change Adaptation in Brazilian Municipalities
A Systematic Literature Review
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https://doi.org/10.17271/23188472139020256191Keywords:
Climate change, Climate governance, Urban resilienceAbstract
Objective – To identify the challenges faced by Brazilian municipalities in the implementation of climate adaptation actions.
Methodology – Systematic review of 77 articles (2014–2024) from the databases ScienceDirect, Scopus and Web of Science.
Originality/relevance – Fills a gap regarding the implementation of municipal climate adaptation policies in Brazil.
Results – Among the 77 articles analysed, involving 309 researchers, case studies (39%) and quantitative methods prevail, with a focus on São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, highlighting challenges in integrating urban and climate policies.
Theoretical/methodological contributions – Reveals scientific fragmentation and regional concentration of research.
Social and environmental contributions – Demonstrates a disconnect between public policies and local demands. Indicates weaknesses in municipal climate governance and the need to overcome regional technical and financial inequalities.
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