According to an assessment  of maladaptation-relevant outcome dimensions, here called criteria, that is, benefits to people, benefits to ecosystem services, benefits to equity , transformational potential and contribution to GHG emission reduction, no option is located at one or the other end of the adaptation-maladaptation continuum , showing that all options have some maladaptation potential, that is, trade-offs . This is also shown by the wide confidence ranges of most options  signifying that most adaptation can be done in a way that involves a higher or a lower risk of maladaptation . The option of 'coastal infrastructure' signifies the highest risk for maladaptation. While it can be an efficient adaptation option in highly densely populated areas , it has potential trade-offs for natural system functioning and human vulnerability over time. The options most widely associated with successful adaptation are 'nature restoration', 'social safety nets', 'change of farm/fishery practice' and 'change of diets/reducing food waste' .
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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