There is no doubt that the phrase "Internet of Things (IoT)" points out a vision of the machines (or things) of the future where "Things are learning to perceive", although there are a number of slightly varying definitions about the IoT. Based on this concept of IoT, this paper proposes a...

Chapter 1 Financial Impact of Mega Disasters – Introduction -- Chapter 2 Japan’s Disaster Risk Financing – Framework and Policies -- Chapter 3 Analysis of the Possible Impact of a Tokyo Mega Earthquake on Japanese Public Finance -- Chapter 4 Law and Policy Responses to Disaster-induced...

There has been some degree of reluctance in the past to consider disaster risk management within the mainstream of adaptation to climate variability and climate change. However, there is now wide recognition of the need to incorporate disaster risk management concerns in dealing with such...