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CLIMATE CHANGE VULNERABILITY, MITIGATION, AND ADAPTATION FOR A LARGE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT IN ROMANIA
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The increasing impacts of climate change have necessitated a comprehensive reassessment of large infrastructure projects, particularly highways, to ensure their resilience and sustainability. The article focuses on the analysis of climate change vulnerability, mitigation measures, and adaptation strategies within the context of a major highway project in Romania. With climate change accelerating, highways in Romania are becoming increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather events, shifting precipitation patterns, temperature fluctuations, and related environmental changes. The paper highlights key findings from vulnerability assessments, emphasizing the project's exposure to climate-induced risks and its implications for the highway's infrastructure. Mitigating the impact of climate change is a fundamental objective for this highway project. The article discusses mitigation efforts, which include minimizing greenhouse gas emissions during construction and operation phases, incorporating sustainable construction materials, and adopting energy-efficient technologies and practices. These measures align with Romania's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Also, the paper outlines adaptation measures, such as engineering design solutions to withstand extreme weather events, the integration of flexible design elements, and the establishment of climate monitoring and early warning systems to mitigate disruptions. In conclusion, the article underscores the urgency of integrating climate change vulnerability assessments, mitigation measures, and adaptation strategies into the planning and construction of highways in Romania. By adopting a comprehensive approach that addresses climate-related challenges, this highway project aims to contribute to a sustainable, resilient, and environmentally conscious transportation network for the country.
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. European Court of Auditors, Special Report No. 18/2019: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Generated in the EU, 2019;
Ministry of Environment, Waters, and Forests, Romania's National Strategy on Climate Change 2013 � 2020;
. Jaspers, Joint Assistance in Supporting Projects in European Regions, "The Basics of Climate Change Adaptation Vulnerability and Risk Assessment," 2017;
. Nicolae R.I., Nicolae P., Braileanu A.-M., Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by implementing sustainable infrastructure projects, Geolinks International Conference, Conference Proceedings, Book 1, Volume 3, Extended version, 17-18 May 2021, Online edition, ISBN 978-619-7495-17-1, DOI: 10.32008/GEOLINKS2021/B1/V3;
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