Lessons learnt from Durban's experience include the importance of meaningful partnerships, long-term financial commitments  and significant political and administrative will . Securing these requires strong leadership , including from local champions , even when EbA is considered cost-effective . Projects for the restoration of natural habitats are seen as an ideal tool, as they combine mitigation outcomes with an increased adaptation capacity, not only reducing the vulnerability of ecosystems and communities  but creating economic opportunities. These include direct job creation  with various spin-offs such as better education for schoolchildren . Indirect benefits, including better water quality and reduced flooding, are generated as a result of improved ecosystem service delivery . In areas that are already developed, opportunities for green-roof infrastructure can yield reductions in roof storm-water runoff , slow the release of water over time and reduce temperatures on roof surfaces .
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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