The Environment Ministry's "National Climate Change Risks Assessment" report cites the built environment as NZ's climate action priority.
Author: Climate Adaptation Platform (Climate Adaptation Platform )
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NZ’s Climate Risk Assessment Report Base for Adaptation Plans
The climate change risk assessment has 43 priority risks in 5 domains: natural environment, human, economy, built environment, and governance.
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Climate Adaptation Case Studies in India
India's climate adaptation case studies show that communities and industries can take climate action to reduce the impacts of climate change.
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Use of Low-Impact Development for Stormwater Adaptation
Low-impact development and green infrastructure are good options for climate adaptation and mitigation strategies for climate change.
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Heatwaves in Siberia and Flooding in China Blamed on Climate Change
Extreme weather events like the Siberian heatwaves and flooding in China exemplify observed climate changes.
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Does the Plummeting Oil Prices Signal the End of the Fossil Fuel Era?
The Economist reports that major oil companies are selling assets and cutting investments due to declining oil prices.
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Ecosystem-based Approach to Climate Adaptation Malmö, Sweden
Ecosystem-based adaptation in Augustenborg improved flood control and the city’s image while enhancing stormwater and sewer systems.
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The Economics of Proactive Climate Adaptation in Alaska
The study indicates climate change will impact infrastructure, but proactive adaptation and mitigation efforts could reduce these damages.
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Climate Adaptation in Salt Lake County’s Watershed Management
Marian Hubbard Rice discusses Salt Lake City's climate change adaptation in watershed management in this YouTube video.
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Climate Adaptation of Transport Infrastructure Worldwide
The TRB circular provides climate adaptation information for planners and researchers in state and local transportation agencies.