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5 Objective The objective of this synthesis was to identify the risks to airports from climate change and, using case examples and supplementary review, describe the activities airports are taking to address these risks.
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6 • Vulnerability: the structural strength and integrity of key facilities or systems and the resulting potential for damage and disruption in transportation services from climate change stressors. • Resilience: the capacity of a system to absorb disturbances and retain essential processes.
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