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James Porter is a Senior Lecturer at King's College London, specializing in Environment and Science Policy. His research interests lie primarily in environmental policy, local climate change action, planning and decision-making, and the science-policy interface concerning flood risk and extreme heat management. James completed his BA, MRes, and PhD at King's College London, focusing on the science and policy of flood risk management. His work involves co-production strategies that significantly influence how flood risk is managed, and he is currently investigating climate adaptation efforts, the metrics and challenges associated with measuring progress in this area, and the local authorities' experiences in the UK. He collaborates with various colleagues on projects related to climate adaptation decision-making and risk management, contributing to several undergraduate and postgraduate modules. James welcomes inquiries from prospective PhD students interested in co-production of climate adaptation science and policy as well as flood risk and heatwave research.
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