Location: Barka, Oman. Climate event: Coastal ecosystem preservation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Rehabilitation of mangrove ecosystems; Planting of mangrove saplings; Technical surveys for ecosystem restoration

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Forestry & reforestation
Biodiversity conservation

Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Barka, Oman. Climate event: Water scarcity. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Use of advanced reverse osmosis technology; Integration of artificial intelligence tools; High-capacity water production

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Kyaukpyu, Myanmar. Climate event: climate extremes. Actor: Plan Myanmar, BRACED alliance, BBC Media. Text type: Township Environmental Assessment Report. Solution details: Building community resilience to climate extreme events; Protecting livelihoods; Improving institutional coordination; Influencing national policy

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Taichung, China. Climate event: Carbon Emission. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Amending low-carbon autonomy regulations; Promoting green energy and environment; Establishing zero-carbon pathways; Setting phased reduction targets

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Low-risk land use plan and core function; Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Taichung, China. Climate event: Carbon Emission. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Eliminate the use of coal in the Taichung Power Plant by 2028; Monitor support for the motion to eliminate coal use

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Fukuoka, Japan. Climate event: Renewable energy development. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News article. Solution details: The osmotic power plant in Fukuoka generates electricity by mixing saltwater and freshwater, producing 880,000 kWh of electricity.; This approach is a significant development in renewable energy technology, contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Fukuoka, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization efforts. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Research article. Solution details: An optimal energy supply system scheme with a coordination function between municipalities has been designed for Fukuoka Prefecture.; The scheme aims to achieve 100% renewable energy supply and future decarbonization.; The spatial distribution of current RE supply and energy balance at the municipality level was examined.

Data collection and database establishment

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Kasuga, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan is expected to announce plans to cut all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.; Measures to boost the deployment of renewable energy are anticipated.; A carbon removal package could include support for carbon capture and storage, and green hydrogen.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Chikushino, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Japan's policy of making coal plants more efficient is costly for both the country's economy and global climate goals.; Japan plans to continue using coal to supply 19% of its electricity in 2030.; Japan made a pledge in October 2020 to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.; In April 2021, Japan committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 from 2013 levels.; Japan unveiled an initiative called 'Beyond Zero', which aims to go beyond carbon neutrality by retroactively reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Onojo, Japan. Climate event: CO2 emission reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: CO2 emission reduction strategies

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy


Location: Munakata, Japan. Climate event: global warming. Actor: National or Local Government, Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: report. Solution details: Collaboration between Munakata City and NTT West to address climate change through telecommunications and ICT services.; Reduction targets for paper waste and power consumption.; Establishment of reduction targets on total CO2 emission.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Munakata, Japan. Climate event: marine pollution, climate change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government, Research Institution/University, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: symposium concept. Solution details: Collaboration with academics, local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to address environmental issues.; Building artificial fishing reefs and beach cleaning.; Art exhibition and special exhibitions to raise awareness.

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Dissemination and international collaboration; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Dazaifu, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: The article discusses the impact of extreme heatwaves in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, where temperatures rose to 35 degrees or higher for 40 consecutive days, surpassing previous records. It highlights the importance of small actions by individuals in combating climate change.

Short-term solutions focus on immediate response, emergency relief, and rapid recovery following a disaster event.

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Fukutsu, Japan. Climate event: Flooding/landslides from heavy/intense rainfall; health risks from heat hazard; effects on agricultural produce. Actor: Fukuoka Prefecture Environment Division, Environmental Protection Section. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Understand green infrastructure and ecosystem service potential in adaptation via research; Behaviour and practice change among agricultural workers; Hazard mapping and public communication; Stormwater management

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts


Location: Fukutsu, Japan. Climate event: Flooding/heavy rainfall; pressure on water resources; health risk from heat hazard; biodiversity loss; effects on agricultural produce. Actor: Fukuoka City Environment Division. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Hazard mapping and public communication; Developing emergency reservoirs; Protection of greenspaces and rivers; Promotion of behaviour change

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency


Location: Koga, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies; Promotion of ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector; Investment in fossil fuels and LNG

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Nakagawa, Japan. Climate event: Climate Change Adaptation. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Scientific research support and technology innovation; International collaboration for climate change adaptation


Location: Lambayeque, Peru. Climate event: El Niño, floods, landslides, extreme temperatures, disease outbreaks. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Project Overview. Solution details: Strengthening disaster preparedness using green and blue infrastructure solutions; Addressing vulnerabilities exposed by the 2017 Coastal El Niño

Green infrastructure distribution
Biodiversity conservation

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Green and blue infrastructure solutions; Nature-based solutions


Location: Jacmel, Haiti. Climate event: Greenhouse gas emissions. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The ICAT project aims to support Haiti in establishing a framework for regularly collecting and managing data, assessing policy impacts, and developing indicators to report progress.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Data collection and database establishment; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Saint-Louis, Senegal. Climate event: Coastal Vulnerability. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: article. Solution details: Mangrove restoration project to address coastal vulnerability; Enhancing resilience against climate change impacts

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Green infrastructure distribution; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Saint-Louis, Senegal. Climate event: Climate Change Adaptation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: High-level regional forum on sustainable development and climate change adaptation; Addressing climate change impacts on economy, livelihoods, and food security

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Vigo, Spain. Climate event: Carbon footprint reduction. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News article. Solution details: Integration of sustainable practices in port operations; Coexistence of human activities and biodiversity in port environments


Location: Haarlem, Netherlands. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document. Solution details: Haarlem aims to eliminate the use of natural gas by 2040 as part of its sustainable energy transition.; The city has banned outdoor advertisements for meat, recognizing it as a significant contributor to climate change.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Haarlem, Netherlands. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: Ban on outdoor advertisements for meat due to its contribution to climate change.; Policy measures aimed at reducing meat consumption and promoting environmental sustainability.


Location: N'zeto, Angola. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Adoption of mitigating measures to address climate situation; Enhancing resilience against climate change impacts


Location: الياقوت, Saudi Arabia. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementing comprehensive energy efficiency programs; Investing in clean hydrogen and renewable energy sources; Developing cutting-edge carbon capture technology; Accelerating broad implementation of the Circular Carbon Economy National Program

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Tolanaro, Madagascar. Climate event: drought. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Forecasting above normal rains to increase crop production; Sleeping in cassava fields to protect crops

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Personnel evacuation and shelter


Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Hosting COP28 to facilitate global climate negotiations; Promoting renewable energy and sustainable cooling technologies

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Facilitating global energy transition discussions; Accelerating the phasing out of fossil fuels


Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: industrial emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Developed a patented technology to capture CO2 from industrial processes; Carbonization of coffee and plastic waste into high-performance carbon

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Waste management


Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: academic article. Solution details: Exploring wind energy projects; Reducing dependence on fossil fuels; Mitigating effects of climate change


Location: Ajman, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Discussion on municipal climate action to embed sustainability; Review of Ajman’s initiatives, projects, and strategic plans; Launch of a wastewater treatment plant; Leveraging products in fertilizers and irrigation

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Tongrim, North Korea. Climate event: Reforestation, Carbon credits. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Engagement through U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits.; Encouraging sustainable change in North Korea in relation to forest preservation.; Utilizing U.N. carbon credits and funding from the U.N.’s clean development mechanism.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Dissemination and international collaboration; Forestry & reforestation; Public funds


Location: Kitakyushu, Japan. Climate event: climate change. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community, Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Promoting climate change measures such as mitigation and adaptation; Actions to prevent disasters; Partnerships between residents, universities, businesses, and local government

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Kitakyushu, Japan. Climate event: global warming. Actor: Research Institution/University, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: event announcement. Solution details: Workshops on 1.5°C Lifestyles to educate on climate change and practical ways to reduce GHG emissions

Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Kitakyushu, Japan. Climate event: climate change. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community, Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Declaration of Zero Carbon City; Modified action plan for climate change actions to achieve more than 47% reduction of GHG emissions from 2013; Formulated Green Growth Strategy

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Shimonoseki, Japan. Climate event: Biomass Power Generation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Start of commercial operations at Chofu Biomass Power Plant; Focus on sustainable energy solutions; Commitment to renewable energy development


Location: Nogata, Japan. Climate event: Extreme climate. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of the Green Transformation (GX) Basic Policy focusing on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and ammonia and hydrogen technologies in the power sector.; Continued investment in fossil fuels with plans to build new coal-fired power plants.


Location: Nakama, Japan. Climate event: Catastrophe bond issuance. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Issuance of Japan's first catastrophe bond incorporating SDGs and ESG investment initiatives

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds


Location: Nakama, Japan. Climate event: Air pollution. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: real-time data dashboard. Solution details: Real-time air quality monitoring; Provision of specific air pollutant measurements

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Adelaide, Australia. Climate event: extreme weather events. Actor: Research Institution/University, Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Partnership between Flinders University and the City of Mitcham to address climate change challenges; Sharing data, expertise, and strategies for solutions; Suggesting climate-related actions such as clean energy


Location: Salinas, United States. Climate event: fire, flood, precipitation. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Educating residents on climate change risks and hazards specific to Salinas, including fire, flood, and precipitation.; Providing climate risk data and reports for individual properties, portfolios, and geographic areas.; Helping users assess their exposure to extreme weather events both currently and in the future.

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Data collection and database establishment

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term solutions emphasize sustained resilience, adaptive capacity building, and systemic risk reduction.

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Chiclayo, Peru. Climate event: Environmental damage and water supply issues. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: The People's Route initiative brings together over 70 organizations across Peru to ensure environmental and climate policies reflect real experiences and solutions.; A march through the streets of Chiclayo took the declaration to the Diocese of Chiclayo, calling for engagement with environmental and social justice issues.

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Dissemination and international collaboration; Care for vulnerable groups


Location: Saint-Marc, Haiti. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Enhancing transparency in energy and agriculture sectors; Strengthening sustainable climate action

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Porto, Portugal. Climate event: Rising sea levels, urban flooding, extreme temperatures. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Implementing Municipal Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change since 2016; Utilizing traditional and innovative nature-based solutions; Promoting bioclimatic measures such as green roofs; Increasing and safeguarding trees throughout the city; Constructing new urban parks with nature-based solutions

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Green infrastructure distribution; Hazard defense and protection infrastructure; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Porto, Portugal. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Doubling green areas by planting native trees; Increasing soil permeability; Incorporating sustainable solutions in urban regeneration and construction; Achieving net-zero emissions by 2030

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Porto, Portugal. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: EU Mission Report. Solution details: Improving public transport through metro network expansion; Creating a new metrobus line; Developing actions to mitigate energy poverty in municipal public housing; Rehabilitation of buildings to increase thermal and energy performance

Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.)

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Resilient communication and transportation system; Resilient utility supply system; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. Climate event: General climate change adaptation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Project description. Solution details: Establish a living laboratory in the city of Vila Nova de Gaia, specifically in the old parish of São Pedro da Afurada.; Promote the development of innovative technological solutions to improve resilience and responsiveness to climate change.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Rio Tinto, Portugal. Climate event: Carbon Capture. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Partnership between Rio Tinto and Hydro to explore carbon capture solutions for aluminum smelting.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Matosinhos, Portugal. Climate event: Flood risks. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Restoration of the Leça River into a thriving ecological corridor; Enhancing biodiversity; Mitigating flood risks; Promoting sustainable mobility; Reconnecting communities with nature

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Green infrastructure distribution; Hazard defense and protection infrastructure; Resilient communication and transportation system; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Matosinhos, Portugal. Climate event: Greenhouse gas emissions. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 85%; Achieving carbon neutrality by 2030; Increasing resilience to climate change impacts; Energy efficiency; Renewable energy; Sustainable mobility; Engagement of stakeholders and citizens; Financing and municipal action

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Public funds; Private investment; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Ermesinde, Portugal. Climate event: urban mobility. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Creation of a bicycle path linking Ermesinde to Maia, co-financed by the Environmental Fund; Transformation of the municipality with new interactions in the city; Works in progress such as the ‘House of Local Democracy‘ and the second phase of the ‘Pilgrim’s Way‘

Low-carbon transportation system
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution
Land use and urban planning
Long-term
Low-carbon transportation system
Mitigation and clean energy

Low-carbon transportation system; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Senhora da Hora, Portugal. Climate event: Urban flooding, Extreme temperatures. Actor: National or Local Government, Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Porto uses nature-based solutions for adaptation purposes, including 'Sponge' parks, urban forests, and the Porto BIOLab.; The city has developed a city master plan supported by scientific studies, including with the support of the University of Porto.; The city master plan includes the development of nature-based solutions such as tree planting, green roofs, and improvements in the transportation system.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Nature-based solutions; Green infrastructure distribution; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Gondomar, Portugal. Climate event: heatwaves, storms, extreme precipitation events, floods. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of Local Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change; Diversified forests to enhance resilience; Changes in forestry and sylvicultural practices; Ecosystem-based restoration and nature-based solutions; Engagement of civil society and promotion of awareness

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Valongo, Portugal. Climate event: Urban Heat, Biodiversity Loss. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of projects to increase green areas and green cover within urban areas; Voluntary reforestation actions with native trees and shrubs; Installation of green structures on municipal buildings; Requalification of Leça river with natural amphitheaters

Green infrastructure distribution; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Valongo, Portugal. Climate event: River Ecosystem Degradation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Rehabilitation of local river ecosystems; Ecological recovery of the river using bioengineering techniques and nature-based solutions; Collaboration with neighboring municipalities for biodiversity conservation

Green infrastructure distribution; Biodiversity conservation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: São Mamede de Infesta, Portugal. Climate event: urban flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of nature-based solutions to prevent flooding; Transformation of park into a large retention basin for rainwater; Recovery and accessibility improvements of public spaces

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall); Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Espinho, Portugal. Climate event: Extreme weather events. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Facilitate experience exchange between municipalities; Promote knowledge exchange between municipalities, universities, and research centers; Promote international cooperation relations; Promote the empowerment of municipalities

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Valbom, Portugal. Climate event: Forest Fires. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Journal Article. Solution details: Increased focus on fire and forest management; Forest restoration; Climate change adaptation

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Alfena, Portugal. Climate event: Drought and water scarcity. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Protecting and restoring nature to increase ecosystem resilience; Measures to reduce soil erosion; Increase water availability

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: A Coruña, Spain. Climate event: Environmental catastrophes. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Launch of UrbanByNature hub to enhance exchange on Nature-based Solutions (NBS) among cities; Connecting stakeholders such as municipalities, universities, NGOs, and SMEs to policy opportunities; Establishing a cooperation network around urban greening

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Launch of Sustainable Energy Access and Climate Action Plan (SEACAP); Collaboration with Covenant of Mayors in Sub-Saharan Africa (CoM SSA); Goals to reduce carbon emissions; Ensure access to clean, affordable energy

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Dissemination and international collaboration; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Hybrid infrastructure plan integrating engineered drainage improvements with nature-based solutions

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Infrastructure routine maintenance
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance
Land use and urban planning
Long-term

Infrastructure routine maintenance; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Plan to offset greenhouse gas emissions by planting 13.5 million trees; Focus on energy use in buildings, waste management, and transportation

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Forestry & reforestation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Antwerp, Belgium. Climate event: Extreme Heat. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Creation of 'cool spots' in the city to provide relief during extreme heat events; Emphasizing urban resilience and community well-being

Nature-Based Solutions; Citizen Engagement; Adaptation


Location: Antwerp, Belgium. Climate event: Climate Neutrality. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Accelerating deep renovations; Providing socio-technical support; Creating a more inclusive, climate-neutral future

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Innovative financing mechanisms; Socio-technical support; Stakeholder engagement


Location: Antwerp, Belgium. Climate event: Heat Stress. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Case Study. Solution details: Detailed thermal mapping; Mitigation of heat stress effects

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Dissemination and international collaboration

Climate proofing of buildings; Establishment of early warning systems; Using water to cope with heat waves; Awareness raising campaigns


Location: Genoa, Italy. Climate event: Urban Resilience. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Transformation of Parco Gavoglio into a multifunctional public space using Nature-Based Solutions (NBS); Integration of nature as a core component of urban infrastructure; Repurposing of former military site for urban development

Green infrastructure distribution; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Tromsø, Norway. Climate event: Avalanches, Flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Adaptation and climate-proofing of Tromsø city’s infrastructural systems; Improving prognoses of future risk of snow hazards; Mitigation solutions for snow hazards

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Kribi, Cameroon. Climate event: Coastal erosion, Flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions; Protecting coastal ecosystems; Improving resilient infrastructures; Strengthening local governance; Promoting better management of natural resources

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Green infrastructure distribution; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.)


Location: Kribi, Cameroon. Climate event: Coastal erosion, Flooding, Extreme heat, Extreme precipitation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Reducing GHG emissions by 40% by 2030; Strengthening resilience of key sectors and vulnerable populations; Increasing access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.)


Location: Luanda, Angola. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Adoption of measures to address climate situation; Enhancing resilience against climate change impacts

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Rehovot, Israel. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Switching to 100% green electricity; Becoming a fully renewable energy campus; Making sustainability and climate change a central theme of research

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Rehovot, Israel. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: AgriPass, an Israeli agtech startup, won the Climate Solutions Prize 2025; The competition supports Israel’s climate tech ecosystem with over $3 million in prizes

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Saudi Arabia has launched several green projects to complement its investments in infrastructure and technology.; The Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) aims to generate 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.; Efforts are underway to expand solar and wind capacities.; The kingdom has pledged to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2060.; Substantial investments in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies and other green initiatives are planned.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Muscat, Oman. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Oman launched the National Climate Finance Platform to achieve net-zero emissions.; The platform is part of Oman's Vision 2040 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 21% by 2030.

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Muscat, Oman. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Establishment of the Oman Net Zero Centre to achieve environmental sustainability and net zero emissions by 2050.


Location: Muscat, Oman. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: event announcement. Solution details: Oman Climate Week to showcase the latest climate solutions and promote international collaboration.

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Muttrah, Oman. Climate event: Carbon Emission Reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The initiative includes projects in the oil and gas sector focusing on carbon capture, electrification of operations, and gas recycling.; The electricity sector includes 28 projects, while the transport sector has 36 projects.; Urban development projects focus on sustainable green cities, infrastructure, urban planning, and renewable energy studies.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: Muttrah, Oman. Climate event: Carbon Emission Reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Establishment of the Oman Net Zero Centre to support the national net zero strategy.; Promotion of innovation in sustainable energy.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: New Taipei, China. Climate event: Climate mitigation, Climate adaptation. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: case study. Solution details: Public participation has served as the source of innovative methods.; 10,000 volunteers have been trained by city government employees to offer a consultation service on energy saving for residents.; The city is cleaner: in 2018 New Taipei was named the cleanest city in Taiwan for the seventh consecutive year by the Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) of Taiwan.; The waste volume has decreased: the annual waste volume of New Taipei reduced from 108.48 tons to 34,19 tons from 2013 to 2016.; Smart Transport: The percentage of citizens using public transportation increased from 25% to 34% in 2103-2016.; The number of passengers taking buses was 800,000.; The government continues to explore multiple clean energy solutions and is devising incentive programmes to raise public awareness of climate change.

Local official crisis management training

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Gender equality in emergency management

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Mental health and psychological support

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Short-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Society donation management

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Local official crisis management training

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

The number of passengers taking buses was 800,000.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Government emergency and quick response funding

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Real-time updates and information transparency

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Traveler advisories and transport management

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment; Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution; Personnel evacuation and shelter; Care for vulnerable groups; Gender equality in emergency management; Mental health and psychological support; Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting; Lifeline management and supply guarantee (water, electricity, gas); Sanitation management; Waste management; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Society donation management; Traveler advisories and transport management; Suspension of activities and public advisories

Local official crisis management training

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Local official crisis management training

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Short-term emergency infrastructure construction and retrofitting

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair

Government emergency and quick response funding

Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Traveler advisories and transport management

Suspension of activities and public advisories

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Taipei, China. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Blog post. Solution details: Implementation of low emission, green transportation; Designation of Air Quality Maintenance Zones; Electric scooter incentive scheme; Establishment of electric municipal buses fleet

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Taipei, China. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Case study. Solution details: Training of 10,000 volunteers for energy saving consultation; Increase in public transportation usage; Clean energy solutions exploration; Incentive programs for public awareness

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Taoyuan, China. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: policy report. Solution details: Establishing guidelines and standards to reduce carbon footprints; Enhancing environmental sustainability

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Keelung, China. Climate event: marine pollution, coastal management, climate resilience. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Keelung implemented an ESG Roadmap focusing on protecting the environment, mitigating disruptions, and preserving the port’s cultural heritage.; Focus on community involvement, innovative solutions, and cross-cultural partnerships to achieve long-term sustainability.; Adhering to the SDGs to protect marine life, foster sustainable economic growth, and improve the quality of life for residents.

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Auckland, New Zealand. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Installation of temporary flood barriers during storm events to protect critical infrastructure.; Designing new developments with elevated foundations to reduce flood damage risk.; Incorporating green infrastructure such as wetlands and green roofs to absorb excess stormwater and reduce flood risks.; Urban planning strategies to enhance city resilience to climate change.; Community workshops and public consultations to involve residents in planning processes.

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Emergency shelter construction

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall); Green infrastructure distribution; Emergency shelter construction; Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.); Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Infrastructure routine maintenance; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Auckland, New Zealand. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Auckland Council declared a climate emergency and aims for net zero emissions by 2050.; Delivering Paris Agreement targets to keep temperature increases below dangerous levels.; Public consultation as part of the 10-year Budget 2021-2031 (Our Recovery Budget).

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Specific organizations establishment

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Resilient industry; Specific organizations establishment; Public funds; Private investment; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Oxnard, United States. Climate event: Heatwave, Poor Air Quality, Wildfires. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% below 2010 levels by 2030; Achieve carbon neutrality by 2045; Clean energy initiatives; Green building standards; Transportation improvements; Land use planning; Water conservation; Waste reduction; Nature-based solutions

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Low-risk land use plan and core function; Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Resilient industry; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Trujillo, Peru. Climate event: flood risk. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of resilient infrastructure to counter flood risks; Protection of communities from extreme weather events

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)


Location: Trujillo, Peru. Climate event: flooding, coastal erosion. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Assessment of climate change risks and impacts; Development of an Adaptation Plan for future climate threats

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Port-de-Paix, Haiti. Climate event: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of an integrated management plan for the Haut-Fourneau mangrove ecosystem

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Ziguinchor, Senegal. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Working Paper. Solution details: Development of national sectoral adaptation plans; Funding mobilisation strategy; Support for coastal zones, water resources, and biodiversity; Integration of climate adaptation in economic and social development policies

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Data collection and database establishment; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Ferrol, Spain. Climate event: Green Energy Development. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Installation of renewable energy plants; Supply of electricity to companies; Green hydrogen production plant; Green steel production plant

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Ferrol, Spain. Climate event: Sustainable Tourism Development. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Integration of eco-friendly practices; Monitoring mechanisms for environmental standards

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Ferrol, Spain. Climate event: Climate Emergency. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Mobilization of resources to support regional and municipal institutions; Involvement of civil society, employers, and workers in a State Pact

Government emergency and quick response funding; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Whydah, Benin. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government, Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Establishment of a science-policy dialogue framework; Integration of scientific research with policy-making

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Whydah, Benin. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: journal article. Solution details: Reforestation and afforestation programs; Promotion of sustainable forest management practices; Implementation of climate-smart agriculture; Integration of forest conservation into national climate strategies

Forestry & reforestation; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Dordrecht, Netherlands. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: Local Government. Text type: Report/News Article. Solution details: Infrastructure improvements; Strategic planning to mitigate flood risks

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Green infrastructure distribution; Hazard defense and protection infrastructure


Location: Dordrecht, Netherlands. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Urban planning; Infrastructure improvements

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Dordrecht, Netherlands. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Integration of water management and green spaces

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Green infrastructure distribution
Land use and urban planning
Long-term


Location: Benguela, Angola. Climate event: Climate variability and change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Project description. Solution details: Enhancing climate change resilience in the Benguela Current Fisheries System; Coordinated approach to long-term conservation, protection, rehabilitation, enhancement, and sustainable use of the Benguela Current Large Marine Ecosystem


Location: Benguela, Angola. Climate event: Sea-level rise. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Design and implementation of adaptation policies and measures that are cost-effective; Changes in land-use planning that account for projected sea-level rise; Improved agricultural extension

Low-risk land use plan and core function; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Benguela, Angola. Climate event: Overfishing. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Improving awareness of impact pathways and vulnerabilities; Supporting adaptation potentials; Understanding greenhouse gas emissions from aquaculture and fisheries sectors; Supporting mitigation efforts

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone. Climate event: Deforestation, Coastal Erosion. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Article. Solution details: Freetown’s City Council launched a climate action strategy to strengthen resilience and reduce carbon emissions.; The 'Freetown the Treetown' community tree planting programme aims to restore the city’s ecological infrastructure.; The climate action strategy was co-created by the people of Freetown, with targeted community engagement.; The initiative targets planting five million trees by 2030 and 20 million by 2050.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Green infrastructure distribution; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation; Public funds; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone. Climate event: Flooding, Coastal Erosion, Landslides. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Freetown’s Climate Action Strategy aims to deliver on its commitment to the Paris Agreement.; The strategy presents innovative, evidence-based solutions to adapt to climate change risks.; The city aims for GHG emission neutrality by 2050.; The strategy highlights reducing GHG emissions, increasing resilience, reducing air pollution, improving health and sanitation, urban greening, and stimulating green growth.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Resilient industry; Public funds; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone. Climate event: Deforestation, Drought. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: The 'Freetown the Treetown' initiative focuses on planting, digitally tracking, and growing 1 million trees.; The initiative is supported by international partners including the World Bank, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and the Global Environmental Facility.; The initiative aims to scale further to address deforestation and climate change challenges.; Nature-based solutions for land restoration and climate-smart agriculture are emphasized.

Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Public funds; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Waterloo, Sierra Leone. Climate event: Droughts, Water Scarcity. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: Blog post. Solution details: Source water diversification to reduce reliance on a single water source; Investment in new water sources and repair of aging infrastructure; Energy efficiency improvements in water utility operations; Establishment of a Planning, Research and Development unit for continuous improvement

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Monrovia, Liberia. Climate event: Waste management and energy production. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Installation of 10 Home biogas units across Greater Monrovia; Use of ecofriendly low-cost technology including an anaerobic digester made of biodegradable materials; Production of six hours of free, clean, cooking gas daily; Production of nutrient-rich natural liquid fertilizer

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Waste management; Sanitation management; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Net-zero climate-resilient city and district by 2045; Transformational systems including SMART climate action plans; Place-based insights, collaboration, and capacity building; Involvement of communities, businesses, public sector, and educational institutions

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Immediate action to reduce emissions; Achieve Net-Zero by balancing emissions with carbon absorption measures; Shifting to a circular economy; Nature-based solutions to protect and restore ecosystems

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Biodiversity conservation; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Brest, France. Climate event: Stormwater flooding. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Public awareness raising campaigns on stormwater management; Daylighting of the River Spernot; Studies of public perception of nature in the city; Scenarios of sea level rise and stormwater flooding

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: St. Helier, Jersey. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Reduce carbon emissions from rental properties by implementing Energy Performance Certificates by 2025.; Enable communities to become carbon neutral through policy and funding for communal power generation.; Ban registration of new petrol/diesel vehicles from 2025, with a scrappage scheme for high-polluting vehicles.; Introduce a special licence fee for collector vehicles to fund carbon-free projects.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: St. Helier, Jersey. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Blog. Solution details: Exploring offshore wind power to deliver renewable energy by mid-2030s.; Launch of climate classrooms and hosting of Climate Summit for young people.; Improved public transport, especially for school children.; Home energy audits to help cut costs and emissions.; Carbon literacy training for businesses.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: St. Saviour, Jersey. Climate event: Carbon Neutrality. Actor: Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Switch from traditional diesel to 100% Renewable Diesel (RD100) for recycling trucks to reduce environmental impact.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Industrial carbon reduction
Low-carbon transportation system

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Low-carbon transportation system
Mitigation and clean energy

Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system


Location: St. Saviour, Jersey. Climate event: Carbon Neutrality. Actor: Local Government. Text type: development brief. Solution details: Re-use of existing buildings to minimize waste and reduce building obsolescence.; Valuing green infrastructure for adaptation to climate change, improved resilience to extreme weather events, enhanced biodiversity, and ecosystem services.

Green infrastructure distribution
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Green infrastructure distribution
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance
Land use and urban planning
Long-term

Green infrastructure distribution; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe. Climate event: general climate change impacts. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Boosting finance to tackle climate change impacts; Improving resilience and adaptive capacity

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Public funds; Private investment


Location: Al Reheli, Saudi Arabia. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Saudi Arabia is implementing comprehensive energy efficiency programs.; Significant investments are being made in clean hydrogen and renewable energy sources.; Development of cutting-edge carbon capture technology.; Commitment to generate 50% of power from renewable sources by 2030.; Implementation of the Circular Carbon Economy National Program to reduce, reuse, recycle, and remove CO2 emissions.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction; Low-carbon transportation system; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Massawa, Eritrea. Climate event: climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news and press release. Solution details: The project aims to pave the way for a more prosperous and climate-resilient future for Eritrea.; It involves sustainable change efforts in agriculture, climate change, and the environment.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Mahajanga, Madagascar. Climate event: Drought, Desertification. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Feature Article. Solution details: Dune stabilization; Reforestation; Cash-for-work programs; Promoting sustainable livelihoods

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)


Location: Al Amerat, Oman. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Oman Climate Week serves as a platform to enhance climate action, strengthen regional and international cooperation, scale up sustainable solutions, and encourage community participation in environmental initiatives.; The event features two major scientific conferences, with international experts presenting groundbreaking research.; More than 20 dialogue sessions featuring over 100 speakers will explore critical climate issues.; 15 workshops and training programmes, led by 22 expert trainers, will offer practical insights into sustainability practices.; An exhibition with over 2,000 registered participants expected from Oman and abroad will showcase cutting-edge environmental technologies.

Data collection and database establishment

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Al Amerat, Oman. Climate event: Carbon Emissions. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Oman's 'Net Zero 3' initiative aims to expand efforts towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.; The initiative is part of Oman's broader strategy to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions.

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Al Amerat, Oman. Climate event: Water Management. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Investment opportunity for establishing treated water farms in Al Amerat.; The initiative covers an area of about 500 fedans (2.1 million square meters) in the Al Nahda area.; Promotes sustainable water management practices through private sector investment.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Private investment


Location: Teluk Dalam, Indonesia. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: feature article. Solution details: Paying local residents to plant mangroves has raised incomes, increased fishery output, protected coastal areas, and contributed to efforts to mitigate climate change.; The World Bank Mangroves for Coastal Resilience program supports scaling up mangrove planting efforts.

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Nagasaki, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: National or Local Government, Research Institution/University, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Report. Solution details: Energy-saving improvements considering landscape; Supplying renewable energy through local new power companies; Environmental education for citizens and tourists; Collaboration with local university and MaaS application

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: San José del Cabo, México. Climate event: hurricane. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The article discusses the impact of climate change on Los Cabos, highlighting hotter, windier, and wetter conditions with an extended hurricane season.

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Real-time updates and information transparency

Weather & hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning & public alerts; Real-time updates & information transparency


Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Enhancing transparency in the energy and agriculture sectors to support sustainable climate action.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Carrefour, Haiti. Climate event: deforestation, soil erosion, floods, mudslides. Actor: United Nations Development Program, Sanitation Action Committee of Carrefour-Feuilles, donations from India, Brazil, and South Africa. Text type: news article. Solution details: Replacing charcoal with alternative cheap cooking fuels; Recycling garbage to produce fuel; Sorting and recycling metal, plastic, and paper

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management
Short-term
Waste management


Location: Delmas, Haiti. Climate event: Severe Climate Events. Actor: Humanitarian Country Team. Text type: Flash Update Report. Solution details: Local actors mobilised to clear rubbish and accumulated mud from streets to restore access for local residents.; Temporary shelters set up to assist those affected.; Distribution of hygiene kits, cooking facilities, dry rations, and water supplies.; Rehabilitation of sanitation structures and drinking water systems.

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution; Personnel evacuation and shelter; Sanitation management; Waste management; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair


Location: Pétion-Ville, Haiti. Climate event: hurricanes, tropical storms, floods, severe drought. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Declaration. Solution details: Promote the reduction of disaster risks; Adapting to climate change

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti. Climate event: Drought. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The ICAT project aims to support Haiti in establishing a framework for regularly collecting and managing data, assessing policy impacts, and developing indicators to report progress.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Data collection and database establishment; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Cité Soleil, Haiti. Climate event: Cholera outbreak. Actor: Haitian NGO, UNEP, Concern Worldwide Haiti. Text type: report. Solution details: Focus group discussions conducted to gather information; Partnerships with international organizations to address health and sanitation issues

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Tabarre, Haiti. Climate event: Environmental degradation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Investing in affordable and regenerative nature-based solutions in rural areas impacted by Haiti’s current displacement crisis.; Measures to improve agricultural yields and market access for increased food security.; Advocacy and mobilization of resources to turn existing analyses on the adverse effects of climate change on peace and security in Haiti into action.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Research on urban resilience & disaster risk; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Safi, Morocco. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Research article. Solution details: Development of geoproducts for sustainable tourism; Promotion of geotourism and geoeducation; Implementation of a comprehensive geoconservation strategy


Location: Safi, Morocco. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: National Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: Morocco's strategies and plans for climate change mitigation and adaptation

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Long-term adaptation plans; International collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Bordeaux, France. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Authorization of new grape varieties to adapt to warmer climates; Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 9% from 2008 to 2013; Goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and water conservation by 20%; Creation of 20% more renewable energy

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Bordeaux, France. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Plot-by-plot precision viticulture; Adapted canopy management; Different planting densities; Increasing biodiversity through planting trees and hedgerows

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Bordeaux, France. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Development of a climate change adaptation strategy; Analysis of vulnerabilities and identification of actions to remedy them

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Data collection and database establishment


Location: Hayy as Salihiyah, Saudi Arabia. Climate event: Carbon Emissions Reduction. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Investing in renewable energy sources; Improving energy efficiency; Developing a carbon capture and storage program; Implementing the Circular Carbon Economy National Program

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Investing in renewable energy; Improving energy efficiency; Carbon capture and storage; Circular Carbon Economy


Location: Assab, Eritrea. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: policy document. Solution details: Development and establishment of new enclosure areas over 750,000 ha; Promotion of Conservation Agriculture (Climate Smart Agriculture) in 5% of the cultivable land; Development and promotion of irrigation scheme by 170,000 ha; Afforestation program will cover over 36,000 ha; Development of terrestrial and marine protected area of over 1.5 million ha; Construction of 90 new dams and 120 ponds; Safe drinking water supply will increase from 75% to 100%

Long-term solutions emphasize sustained resilience, adaptive capacity building, and systemic risk reduction

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)


Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: Carbon Emissions. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Carbon dioxide storage through mineralisation; Capturing carbon dioxide from power plants and industries

Industrial carbon reduction
Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy


Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Strategy Document. Solution details: Energy efficiency and renewable energy strategy; Secure and cost-competitive supply of energy and water; Protecting and enhancing the environment

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Barjeel Green Building Regulations; Comprehensive Mobility Plan; Ban on single-use plastic bags

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Low-carbon transportation system

Green infrastructure distribution; Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Sonchon, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change impacts. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: Engagement through U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits; Utilizing U.N. carbon credits for sustainable change in forest preservation

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Dissemination and international collaboration; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Saga, Japan. Climate event: Floods and Mudslides. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Search and rescue operations were conducted at the site of mudslides.; Operations at factories were suspended due to heavy rains.

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment; Suspension of activities and public advisories


Location: Puerto Princesa, Philippines. Climate event: General climate resilience. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Capacity-building activities to strengthen Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP); Facilitating access to the People's Survival Fund (PSF)

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Puerto Princesa, Philippines. Climate event: General climate change impacts. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Increased awareness and action regarding climate change; Presentations on climate change education

Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Climate event: climate-resilient development. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Promote climate-resilient development; Enhance community resilience

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Dissemination and international collaboration

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: San Rafael del Moján, Venezuela. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Improvement of drainage systems to prevent flooding; Community awareness and education on climate resilience

Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Gonaïves, Haiti. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Enhancing transparency in energy and agriculture sectors; Strengthening sustainable climate action

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency


Location: Alkmaar, Netherlands. Climate event: CO2 emissions reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Energy-producing noise barriers with solar panels; Testing solutions to optimize energy consumption in municipal buildings; Consulting citizens on sustainable practices

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts


Location: Alkmaar, Netherlands. Climate event: Carbon emissions reduction. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: project description. Solution details: Sustainable heating network linked to a Bio-Energy plant; Energy neutral and energy positive dwellings with PV panels; Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) demonstration; Hydrogen powered garbage truck for waste collection; City Energy Management System (CEMS)

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Alkmaar, Netherlands. Climate event: CO2 emissions reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: technology description. Solution details: Direct Air Capture technology for CO2 removal; Permanent storage of CO2 in geological formations; Conversion of CO2 into usable products

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Choeng Thale, Thailand. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News article. Solution details: Implementation of living weirs for water management; Nature-based solutions for flood risk reduction

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Green infrastructure distribution; Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall)


Location: Thalang, Thailand. Climate event: flooding. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community, National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Use of living weirs for sustainable water management; Integration of natural infrastructure into climate resilience strategies


Location: Jangdeung-ri, South Korea. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Collaboration between Global Carbon Council and Korea Climate Center to implement Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Subic, Philippines. Climate event: Carbon Neutrality. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Development of a net-zero roadmap for buildings; Application of carbon capture technology; Focus on green initiatives and sustainability efforts

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Werribee, Australia. Climate event: General climate change impacts. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Leading community calls for Melbourne Water to become waterway manager for the west of Melbourne; Continuing calls for improved environmental flows for the Werribee River; Submitting comment to various State Government sustainability water strategies; Submitting comment to various Regional Catchment Strategies; Partnering with universities, students, and interested agencies for research on climate change; Contributing to the City of Wyndham Coastal Strategies and management Plans; Providing advice and technical assistance to the Victorian Commissioner for Sustainability State of the Environment Biodiversity Reports; Joint advocacy leader gaining Waterways of the West initiative from State Government; Call for the protection of Werribee River headwaters in the Central West Forests

Dissemination and international collaboration; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Wyndham Vale, Australia. Climate event: Sea level rise. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Long-term resilience strategy for Wyndham City; Community resilience and adaptation strategies; Sustainable development practices

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Wyndham Vale, Australia. Climate event: Extreme weather. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Education for sustainable development; Lifelong learning initiatives

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Altona Meadows, Australia. Climate event: Flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: PDF Document. Solution details: Adaptive capacity and resilience measures are being implemented to address climate change risks.; Focus on socio-economic factors to enhance resilience.; Community engagement and consultation are part of the adaptation strategy.

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills; Local official crisis management training


Location: Seabrook, Australia. Climate event: Climate change impacts on fisheries and aquaculture. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Interactive Q&A platform connects the seafood community with climate change experts; Building climate-resilience in fisheries and aquaculture

Data collection and database establishment

Dissemination and international collaboration; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Manor Lakes, Australia. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Developing independent, evidence-based solutions to facilitate the transition to net zero emissions; Accelerating emissions reduction in alignment with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Hoppers Crossing, Australia. Climate event: Carbon emissions reduction. Actor: Local Government. Text type: Sustainability Report. Solution details: Redeployable solar power on Old Geelong Road site; 100% renewable energy; Minimised connection costs by locating the solar system as close to ‘point of supply’ as possible; Minimal maintenance required; Successful broad collaboration has produced VicRoads approved mixes with SCM content between 50-60%; 634t of CO2e emissions reduced compared to a reference project using standard industry practices

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Williams Landing, Australia. Climate event: Urban Heat. Actor: Local Government. Text type: Project description. Solution details: Transforming the Main Outfall Sewer reserve into a green linear parkland; Enhancing green spaces to improve environmental quality; Providing recreational spaces to contribute to climate resilience

Green infrastructure distribution; Community engagement and development


Location: Tarneit, Australia. Climate event: Sustainable energy adoption. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Tarneit leads in solar installations with 2,177 setups, showcasing a strong commitment to sustainable energy.

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Tarneit, Australia. Climate event: Energy storage and management. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: project description. Solution details: Installation of a neighborhood battery to enhance energy storage and management.

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring


Location: Laverton, Australia. Climate event: Waste Management. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Website. Solution details: Recovered Energy is developing a waste gasification facility in Laverton North that transforms landfill waste into renewable electricity.; The facility will cut methane emissions from landfill, produce reliable baseload renewable energy, create local jobs, and support a circular economy.

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Waste management; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: San Jose, United States. Climate event: Extreme Heat. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Extreme Heat and Resiliency Project is launched to help neighborhoods stay safe during extreme heat.; The project is funded by a state grant focusing on the Zero Emissions Neighborhood (ZEN) pilot area in the Santee neighborhood.; Climate Smart San José is a community-wide initiative to reduce air pollution, save water, and improve quality of life.

Short-term
Public health and social protection
Care for vulnerable groups

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Care for vulnerable groups; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: San Jose, United States. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: policy document. Solution details: The Climate Smart San José plan is being updated to better reflect climate goals and ensure effectiveness.; The updated plan will guide efforts to reduce emissions and support climate action.; The plan aims for carbon neutrality by 2030.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Data collection and database establishment; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: San Francisco, United States. Climate event: Heatwave, Drought, Wildfires. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: The plan aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.; It addresses racial and social equity, public health, and economic recovery.; The plan includes renewable energy solutions, zero emission mobility, and affordable housing.; It focuses on responsible consumption and building a climate-resilient city.

Resilient communication and transportation system (road, airport, etc.)

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Green infrastructure distribution; Resilient communication and transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: San Francisco, United States. Climate event: Heatwave, Drought, Wildfires. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: The plan sets out strategies to cut polluting emissions.; It focuses on creating a safer, healthier, and more equitable future.; The plan is updated for 2025-2030 to enhance sustainability.

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education