NZ SOLGM’s Climate Change Reports – Valuable Resources for Local Governments
Local councils in New Zealand understand that climate change is a significant challenge that must be considered in their long-term plans.
Invercargill NZ is Trailblazing Renewable Heating System to Reduce Emissions
Invercargill NZ’s plan to invest in a renewable heating network project will improve the city’s air quality and reduce CO2 emissions.
The Green Book, South Africa’s Online Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience Tool
The Green Book exemplifies how local governments can use a website platform to assist in long-term planning and climate adaptation.
Korea Attributes Record-Breaking Monsoon to Climate Change
The monsoon in Korea caused floods and landslides, highlighting climate change's seriousness and the need for resilience.
Carbon Pricing to Mitigate Climate Change
The OECD report mentions that carbon pricing is an efficient tool for reducing carbon emissions because emitters pay for them.
Climate Change Inclusion in NZ Councils’ Long Term Plans
Local councils in New Zealand recognise climate change as a significant future issue for long-term planning.
Report Reveals NZ’s Most Urgent Climate Risks
The NCCRA report shows NZ's most significant risks in 5 domains - natural environment, human, economy, built environment, and governance.
NZ RA Report Says Built Environment Needs Urgent Climate Action
The Environment Ministry's "National Climate Change Risks Assessment" report cites the built environment as NZ's climate action priority.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Climate Adaptation of Transport Infrastructure Worldwide
The TRB circular provides climate adaptation information for planners and researchers in state and local transportation agencies.
Risk-Based Climate Change Infrastructure Adaptation in Ontario
The report provides practical guidance on how local governments and communities can design and implement their climate adaptation strategies.
Climate Change Adaptation and Impact in Asia Pacific Forests
The study says climate change impacts vary by region; therefore, adaptation strategies and policies should be tailored and contextualized.
Climate Adaptation Challenges in India and Developed Countries
An interesting paper on the Academia website discusses the challenges that India faces in designing and implementing climate adaptation plans.
Climate Adaptation Engineering Strategies for Managing Infrastructure
The study examines climate change's impact on infrastructure and people, applying climate adaptation engineering to address these issues.
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