What is adaptation to climate change?
Climate change is already happening and its effects will become more severe in coming years. We need to act to protect people, buildings, infrastructure, businesses and ecosystems from the impacts. These adaptation measures will become increasingly important.
What is the EU doing?
The European Commission helps to co-ordinate and fund adaptation actions across its Member States, ensuring that climate change becomes a key consideration for all sectors. Read more
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How will we be affected?
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Sea-level rise
Read morePeople, towns and nature along the coasts will face increasing threats from flooding and erosion.
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High temperatures
Read moreGlobal temperatures are continuing to rise, with adverse social, economic and environmental impacts.
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Glaciers and snow
Read moreShrinking glaciers are having significant effects on many people, communities and wildlife.
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Floods
Read moreHeavy rainstorms will become more common, increasing the risk of flooding in some parts of Europe.
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How can we adapt to climate change?
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Health
Read moreSurveillance in Northern Italy aims to detect and control new threats of diseases carried by mosquitoes.
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Horticulture
Read moreA UK nursery is making sure its operations are ready for changing weather patterns.
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Tourism
Read moreDraining the water in a glacial cavity was essential to protect a community in the French Alps.
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Cities/Roads
Read moreCopenhagen is preparing for more rain in the future, taking steps to boost its flood protection.
