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High water, high rents: Poorest residents pay the most for climate adaptation

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Briefings

A University of Copenhagen study indicates that climate adaptation policies can exacerbate social inequality by disproportionately burdening not-for-profit housing residents in Copenhagen. These residents face higher stormwater costs due to their proximity to adaptation projects, creating a financial barrier to resilience. The evidence suggests that without targeted support, climate adaptation may deepen existing housing inequities in coastal cities.

Key points

• A University of Copenhagen study found that climate adaptation policies may worsen social inequality in Copenhagen.
• Not-for-profit housing residents in Copenhagen pay disproportionately high stormwater costs due to proximity to adaptation projects.

Context

Climate adaptation policies in Copenhagen are increasing costs for not-for-profit housing residents, who face higher stormwater fees due to their location near adaptation projects. This study highlights how adaptation efforts may inadvertently increase financial barriers for vulnerable populations.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single study from the University of Copenhagen regarding Copenhagen. No additional data on other cities, broader cost comparisons, or long-term impact projections are provided in the source.

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