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Disaster prevention and mitigation using ecosystem resilience (Eco-DRR)

Publication date January 15, 2019
Sector Natural Ecosystems
Region name Chugoku-Shikoku(Tokushima Prefectur)

Adaptation activity

"Disaster prevention and mitigation using ecosystems (Ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction; Eco-DRR)" is used as a buffer against natural hazards by maintaining ecosystems and ecosystem support services (Fig. 1). It is also used for disaster mitigation for local communities through functions such as ensuring supplies of food and water (Fig. 2). As such, Eco-DRR is one effective approach to combining disaster mitigation and climate-change adaptation.

In order to assess the social implementation of Eco-DRR, the Ministry of the Environment's “Regional Adaptation Consortium Project” is conducting a study to predict the effects of rice field water storage on runoff control and depression formation through improved forestation. Trials are being conducted in Tokushima Prefecture.

Outputs / Expected benefits

Eco-DRR not only reduces the risk of flooding, but also supports communities by developing local industry and enhancing health and safety. Therefore, it is expected that Eco-DRR can facilitate an overall improvement in local environments. The goal is to maintain sound ecosystems through the use of a variety of support systems.

生態系による脆弱性の低減のイメージ
Fig. 1 Reducing hazard vulnerability through increased ecosystem resilience
(Source: Ministry of the Environment [Plan] 5-5: Consideration of measures for disaster prevention and disaster mitigation (Eco-DRR) using ecosystems)
気候変動に伴う豪雨出水適応としてのEco-DRR基本的考え方
Fig. 2 Key Concept of Eco-DRR as Adaptation to Climate change-induced heavy rainfall and flooding
(Source: Ministry of the Environment [Plan] 5-5: Consideration of measures for disaster prevention and disaster mitigation (Eco-DRR) using ecosystems)
Sources and Related Information
Ministry of the Environment "Concept on Disaster Prevention and Disaster Mitigation Using Ecosystems"
http://www.env.go.jp/nature/biodic/eco-drr/pamph01.pdf
Ministry of the Environment/Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries/Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "[Plan] 5-5: Consideration of measures for disaster prevention and disaster mitigation (Eco-DRR) using ecosystems"
http://www.adaptation-platform.nies.go.jp/conso/adaptation/pdf/chugokushikoku/h29_chugokushikoku_PreResearchPlan0505.pdf
Ministry of the Environment/Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries/Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "[Outline of Results] 5-5: Consideration of measures for disaster prevention and disaster mitigation (Eco-DRR) using ecosystems"
http://www.adaptation-platform.nies.go.jp/conso/adaptation/pdf/chugokushikoku/h29_chugokushikoku_PreResearchResult0505.pdf