Port adaptation for climate change: The roles of stakeholders and the planning process

A comprehensive analysis of climate change adaptation for ports, particularly focusing on Terminal Maritimo Muelles El Bosque (MEB) in Cartagena, Colombia, reveals significant risks and opportunities. The study identifies that MEB's strategic location in a secure natural harbor shields it from tropical storms but highlights the vulnerability of road infrastructure to sea-level rise due to limited elevation data availability. It also underscores the sensitivity of port operations to global economic fluctuations, with climate change potentially altering market conditions for trade. The research employs a stakeholder engagement and planning process framework to assess these dynamics, providing actionable insights for ports facing similar challenges.

(Ed.). (2015). Port adaptation for climate change: The roles of stakeholders and the planning process. Climate Change and Adaptation Planning for Ports, 41–55. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315756813-11