Perceptions of Climate Change Adaptation and Household Welfare

Climate change is reshaping agricultural systems in Ghana, with households facing increasing risks from droughts, floods, and temperature variability. Adaptation strategies such as crop diversification, improved seed use, and soil conservation are promoted to enhance resilience. This study examines household perceptions of climate change adaptation and its impact on welfare. The broader challenge is that adaptation requires both awareness and capacity. Households that perceive adaptation positively are more likely to adopt practices, while those skeptical of climate change remain vulnerable. This research situates perceptions within the broader discourse on climate adaptation and household welfare.

Household survey data was collected to capture perceptions of climate change and adaptation practices. Econometric models were applied to measure the relationship between perceptions, adoption, and welfare outcomes. Qualitative interviews provided narratives of household experiences with climate change. Comparative analysis was conducted to assess differences between households with positive versus negative perceptions. This dual approach ensured findings were both statistically rigorous and contextually grounded.