As the effects of climate change become increasingly severe, Europe faces rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and other climate-related challenges. Recent data showing record-breaking temperatures for the past year is a clarion call for immediate and sustained action. Achieving climate resilience requires a multifaceted approach involving infrastructure upgrades, disaster preparedness, sustainable development strategies, and effective financing models.
Investing in climate adaptation is not just a necessity for vulnerable communities, but a global imperative. As the planet continues to warm, traditional methods of coping with climate-related risks are proving insufficient. It’s crucial for governments, businesses, and individuals to come together and implement comprehensive adaptation strategies that safeguard lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems.
This is the intervention space of the MISSION CE CLIMATE project. Our international team is co-designing a climate resilience strategy to guide local climate resilience action planning and implementation in several central EU cities.
The data released by the Copernicus Climate Change Service highlights the immediate need to prioritise climate resilience and adaptation. As global temperatures persistently exceed critical thresholds, the window for effective action is rapidly closing. Now is the time for a unified, international effort to build a climate-resilient future.
For more detailed information on the climate data, visit the Copernicus Climate Change Service.