“…Scientific evidence of climate warming and of projected resulting impacts can provide the basis for a responsible and efficient adaptation strategy if implemented in a timely and careful fashion, but can also be misused to legitimize particular interests (Arnall et al, 2014;Dietz, 2011;Neuburger, 2008). While the physical aspects of climate change are, though complex, of relatively straightforward nature, societal processes in reaction to them are contingent upon and characterized by the different interests, positions and vulnerabilities of affected groups (Postigo et al, 2008;Sietz, 2014;Zimmerer, 1993).…”