Integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge into Climate Adaptation Practices in the Solomon Islands
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traditional Ecological Knowledge, climate adaptation, Solomon Islands, indigenous knowledge, Pacific IslandsAbstract
This study examines the integration of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) into climate adaptation practices in the Solomon Islands, exploring how indigenous knowledge systems can enhance climate resilience in Pacific Island contexts. Using a participatory mixed-methods approach involving 380 participants across 12 communities, the research investigated knowledge integration processes, community-based adaptation strategies, and institutional frameworks. The findings reveal that TEK integration significantly enhances adaptive capacity, with communities demonstrating improved climate resilience when traditional practices are combined with contemporary adaptation approaches. Four key integration mechanisms were identified: knowledge co-production, institutional hybridization, participatory governance, and cultural revitalization. Quantitative analysis showed that communities with high TEK integration had 45% better climate adaptation outcomes compared to those relying solely on external interventions. The study contributes to understanding how indigenous knowledge systems can inform climate policy and practice, providing evidence for the effectiveness of culturally grounded adaptation strategies in small island developing states.
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