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Abstract: Climate change will result in some regions suffering from
unsustainable impacts, leading to outward human migration. This thesis examines the idea
that relocation could preempt the worst impacts and be done in a planned way that mitigates
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Specifically, it explores the potential for businesses to
relocate as a means to facilitate population movement. ... read moreExtensive literature reviews were
performed to establish how, who, where and why a firm would relocate. Climate and
temperature data were analyzed to determine the emissions savings for a given firm to
relocate between a low and high risk location. The results show GHG savings are possible
through relocation, although there are significant caveats and assumptions. This thesis
demonstrates the need for additional research to explore climate change impacts on
locational risk and energy use. Furthermore, it highlights the need for purposeful and
considered national spatial planning.
Thesis (M.A.)--Tufts University, 2012.
Submitted to the Dept. of Urban and Environmental Policy and
Planning.
Advisor: Penn Loh.
Committee: Ann Rappaport.
Keywords: Urban planning, Land use planning, and Public
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