Adaptation Quote by Bjorn Lomborg
““Adaptation is very effective at cooling cities, (e.g.) cool roofs and pavements… Adaptive actions can typically deliver much more protection much faster and at a lower cost than any realistic carbon-reduction climate policy.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Adaptation Forum, 2020
Adaptation measures like cool roofs protect cities faster and cheaper than many carbon‑reduction policies.
In simple terms: Adaptation works quickly and cheaply.
Key Takeaway
Invest in adaptive infrastructure.
Themes
climate
adaptation
policy
Mood
pragmatic
urgent
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- city planning
- public works
- budgeting
Key Concepts
cost‑effectiveness
urban cooling
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What adaptations suit your city?
- How to balance adaptation and mitigation?
A Different Perspective
Adaptation may not address root emissions.
