A Framework for Assessing the Vulnerability of Archaeological Sites to Climate Change: Theory, Development, and Application

A new vulnerability framework for assessing archaeological sites' susceptibility to climate change has been developed, offering heritage managers a practical tool to plan adaptation and mitigation strategies. This six-step approach, demonstrated through case studies at Brú na Bóinne and Skellig Michael, combines values-based indicators with localized flexibility, enabling site comparisons while addressing specific concerns. The framework aids decision-makers in prioritizing conservation efforts by providing a structured method to evaluate risks dynamically and complexly influenced by climate change.

Daly, C. (2014). A Framework for Assessing the Vulnerability of Archaeological Sites to Climate Change: Theory, Development, and Application. Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites, 16(3), 268–282. https://doi.org/10.1179/1350503315z.00000000086