Overall, droughts accounted for 96.8% of combined economic losses of nationally reported losses between 1990 and 2014. As compared to the island of Mauritius, Rodrigues is more exposed to longer periods of water scarcity. These climate change effects may lead to water scarcity, negatively impact agricultural productivity, reduce terrestrial and
Overall, droughts accounted for 96.8% of combined economic losses of nationally reported losses between 1990 and 2014. As compared to the island of Mauritius, Rodrigues is more exposed to longer periods of water scarcity. These climate change effects may lead to water scarcity, negatively impact agricultural productivity, reduce terrestrial and marine biodiversity. Extreme weather events and rising sea levels are also likely to affect infrastructure and tourism.
Coping with water scarcity by using more water more productively
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Adaptation Commitments
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Agriculture
Irrigation