Adapting to Climate Change: A Queensland Local Government Guide
Short Summary of Resource
A guide to help Councils throughout Queensland assess the likely effects of climate change on their diverse range of roles and responsibilities and plan appropriate responses
Detailed description of the resource
The focus of the Guideline is on adaptation, and not on mitigation or reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and provides an opportunity for Local Government to take a leading role in responding to climate change. A key message is that climate change effects can in many cases be dealt with as part of existing Council planning and operational processes and may not necessarily require new and additional resources. This Guideline provides a process and some specific tools to help Councils identify and respond to climate change impacts including a decision-making framework, case studies and practical checklists, which are relevant to a plan, project or activity
Keywords
CLIMATE AND WEATHER Adaptation, HAZARDS Natural, CLIMATE AND WEATHER Risks, CLIMATE AND WEATHER Vulnerability
