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Taming the Tangle

< p>New framework expands climate policy options
Julius Schlumberger developed the DAPP-MR method, a policy analysis framework that helps plan disaster management in complex environment s where multiple risks occur simultaneously, such as floods, droughts , and wildfires. The method maps how such hazards and sectors interac t and visualizes long-term risks and trade-offs. This allows cities, for example, to better coordinate water protection, drought managemen t, and energy transition and identify where current choices limit fut ure options.

Traditional disaster management often falls short because floods, droughts, and other hazards can reinforce each other . A preceding drought or wildfire can exacerbate a rainfall event, an d an earthquake can make a city more vulnerable to subsequent floodin g. DAPP-MR offers a structured approach to understanding such complex , interrelated risks and developing adaptive strategies.

Field tests show that the framework supports both models and expert meetin gs. It helps connect interests, uncover governance shortcomings, and create a framework for action. Although full model applications are i ntensive, a qualitative effort is already proving valuable in promoti ng dialogue and joint decision-making.
More information on the thesis
DESCRIPTION: New framework expands climate policy options

Julius Schlumberger developed the DAPP-MR method, a polic y analysis framework that helps plan disaster management in complex e nvironments where multiple risks occur simultaneously, such as floods , droughts, and wildfires. The method maps how such hazards and secto rs interact and visualizes long-term risks and trade-offs. This allow s cities, for example, to better coordinate water protection, drought management, and energy transition and identify where current choices limit future options.

Traditional disaster management often f alls short because floods, droughts, and other hazards can reinforce each other. A preceding drought or wildfire can exacerbate a rainfall event, and an earthquake can make a city more vulnerable to subseque nt flooding. DAPP-MR offers a structured approach to understanding su ch complex, interrelated risks and developing adaptive strategies.

Field tests show that the framework supports both models and exp ert meetings. It helps connect interests, uncover governance shortcom ings, and create a framework for action. Although full model applicat ions are intensive, a qualitative effort is already proving valuable in promoting dialogue and joint decision-making. More information on the thesis Taming the Tangle END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR