Location: Sakai, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Higashiosaka, Japan. Climate event: General Environmental Solutions. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: PDF Document. Solution details: Development of screws that do not loosen under shock or vibration; Water-saving cleaning nozzles reducing water consumption by 90%; Reusable bottle washer collaboration to reduce plastic waste; Environmentally friendly helmet made of eco-plastic material

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

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


Location: Nishinomiya, Japan. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: Local Government. Text type: Website. Solution details: Nishinomiya City has implemented an environmental learning system starting with the Earth Watching Club (EWC) for children to learn about the environment.; The ECO Card / ECO Stamp System was introduced for elementary school children to participate in environmental learning.; The city declared itself an Environmental Learning City, promoting sustainable urban and community development through citizen, business, and government cooperation.

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


Location: Hirakata, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: report. Solution details: Data-driven insights for informed decision-making; Tools to inspire sustainability actions

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Toyonaka, Japan. Climate event: Rising sea levels, Extreme weather. Actor: National or Local Government, Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Japan is developing technologies for capturing carbon dioxide and turning it into fuel.; Community-driven solutions to combat climate threats.; Recycling and ocean care initiatives.

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


Location: Suita, Japan. Climate event: Carbon Neutrality. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Website. Solution details: The Suita Sustainable Smart Town (Suita SST) is a town-building project focused on advanced town planning to address societal issues.; Organized by 15 companies in collaboration with Suita City.; The project aims to create a next-generation urban smart city that connects with the local community.; The town will procure virtually 100% of its energy from renewable sources, including commercial and residential facilities.; Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. will supply Suita SST with non-fossil fuel certificate qualified, environmental-value-added renewable energy.

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

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


Location: Takatsuki, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Basic Policy for the Realization of GX (Green Transformation) introduced by the Japanese government as a new decarbonization strategy.; Japan continues to invest in fossil fuels, planning to build new coal-fired power plants despite commitments to achieve predominantly decarbonized electricity.

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

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Akashi, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Automated distribution center with large storage and shipping capacities; Integration of warehouse operations into a central location; Participation in Japan Climate Initiative; Utilization of renewable energy

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


Location: Ibaraki, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Analysis of Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan; Discussion on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Evaluation of Green Transformation (GX) policy


Location: Yao, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Focus on Japan's 7th Strategic Energy Plan and new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC); Green Transformation (GX) policy influenced by heavy industry


Location: Kakogawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Report. Solution details: Updating the blast furnace pneumatic cooler at the Kakogawa Works; Installation of highly efficient gas turbine power generation facilities using gas from blast furnaces

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Neyagawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Commit to a full coal phase-out by 2030.; Stop public financing of fossil fuel projects overseas.; Scale-up of renewable energy capacity.; Strengthen EV target to phase out fossil-fuel passenger cars by 2035.

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


Location: Itami, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Report. Solution details: Promoting decarbonization efforts across the entire power generation sector in Japan; Strengthening facilities against natural disasters through analysis of risks and opportunities related to climate change; Cooperation with external companies and organizations; Introduction of Series HC85 with reduced environmental impact; Promotion of tests on biofuels; Simulated driving tests combining railcar driving test equipment and hydrogen supply equipment

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Infrastructure damage reporting and emergency repair; Government emergency and quick response funding; Financial assistance for reconstruction support

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Kishiwada, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Installation of solar panels on public facilities; Use of solar power for evacuation shelters; Carbon-free energy sourcing for public facilities

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


Location: Uji, Japan. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Tea farmers in Uji are altering the amount of straw or leaf covering used to shade teas to compensate for higher temperatures and reduced morning fog.; Organic farming methods and the application of straw and other organic material to the soil are being used to increase the soil’s resilience to flooding and improve water holding capacity.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

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

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Kawanishi, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: Facilitating innovation through the Project for Innovative Solutions for Pacific Climate Change Resilience; Enhancing knowledge brokerage and capacity-building functions; Grant aid project for the construction of the Pacific Climate Change Centre; Technical assistance projects

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Moriguchi, Japan. Climate event: Urban Heat Island. Actor: Local Government. Text type: PDF Document. Solution details: Construction of photovoltaic power generation facilities; Promotion of water-retentive pavement; Water sprinkling; Large-scale development of old factory sites

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Kadoma, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Japan's government is implementing policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve climate targets.; Efforts are being made to scale up renewable energy capacity and phase out coal.; Japan is planning to strengthen its EV target to phase out fossil-fuel passenger cars by 2035.

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


Location: Daito, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Daito Trust Construction Co., Ltd. was named to the CDP A List for CDP Forests and CDP Water Security.; The company established its medium- to long-term environmental target, the DAITO 2050 Environmental Vision, in 2020.; Strategies and goals for activities related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and to the RE100 and EP100 initiatives.

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


Location: Matsubara, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's government is focusing on achieving net zero emissions by 2050 through international collaboration and domestic policy changes.; The initiatives include growth-oriented carbon pricing and the issuance of national transition bonds.; Japan is working under the framework of the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) to promote regional decarbonization.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

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

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Dissemination and international collaboration; Public funds; Specific organizations establishment


Location: Kawachinagano, Japan. Climate event: Forest conservation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Forest conservation activities, such as the thinning of cypress trees, will be conducted twice a year to encourage growth of water source forests, prevent global warming and damage from landslides, preserve biodiversity, and improve the overall scenery.

Forestry & reforestation
Biodiversity conservation

Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Ikeda, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Peace proposal. Solution details: Promoting global solidarity to address climate change; Encouraging collective efforts for peace and climate action

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Izumisano, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Report. Solution details: The Carbon-Free City Handbook offers 22 high-impact actions that cities can launch within a year.; Google’s emissions data helps plan climate action locally.

Real-time updates and information transparency

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


Location: Ashiya, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Action Summit (JCAS) 2025 aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Ashiya, Japan. Climate event: Marine biodiversity conservation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government policy document. Solution details: Japan's latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new Japanese technology utilizes the power of a natural microbe known as dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.

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


Location: Takasago, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Sustainability Report. Solution details: The Takasago Group is accelerating its efforts to address climate change, and it is taking concrete steps to implement various actions to contribute to a carbon neutral society.; Takasago has formulated a strategy for addressing climate change based on the TCFD recommendations.; The Takasago Group updated the greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, which were approved as 1.5-degree/Net Zero science-based targets by SBT initiative.

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Takasago, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Takasago Group updated the greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, which were approved as 1.5-degree/Net Zero science-based targets by SBT initiative.; The Takasago Group was certified for previous reduction targets by Science Based Targets initiative in May 2021 and has been promoting reduction activities.; The short-term targets were re-approved as science-based reduction targets consistent with the 1.5-degree by SBT initiative in April 2025.; The long-term and overall net-zero targets were approved as net-zero targets by SBT initiative.


Location: Kaizuka, Japan. Climate event: Methane Emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Report. Solution details: Addressing methane emissions in urban areas; Improvement in data collection and analysis

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Settsu, Japan. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal; Emphasis on renewable energy expansion; Strong commitment from citizens and non-state actors

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Katano, Japan. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan is using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new technology utilizes dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.; Japan is building an e-rickshaw ecosystem in India to drive decarbonization.; Japan is exploring blue carbon initiatives using seaweed for CO₂ sequestration.

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


Location: Izumiotsu, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's government has introduced the Basic Policy for the Realization of GX (Green Transformation) as a new decarbonization strategy.; The policy aims to phase out inefficient coal-fired power and switch to cleaner natural gas.; Japan continues to invest in fossil fuels, including plans to build new coal-fired power plants.

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

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Yawata, Japan. Climate event: CO2 emissions reduction. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Sustainability Report. Solution details: Nippon Steel aims to reduce total CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2013 levels and to become carbon neutral by 2050.; Providing high-performance steel products and solutions that contribute to reducing CO2 emissions throughout society.; Providing carbon neutral steel through decarbonizing operations.


Location: Kashiwara, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Japan's climate change solutions, including its policy of making coal plants more efficient, are 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, it 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.

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


Location: Fujiidera, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of internal carbon pricing system; Reduction of CO2 emissions in the supply chain; Promotion of reduced power consumption; Recycling and reduction of material weight


Location: Sennan, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Japan's Green Transformation (GX) Basic Policy focuses on economic growth and energy security rather than ambitious decarbonization efforts.; Commitment to phase out coal by 2030.; Stop public financing of fossil fuel projects overseas.; Scale-up of renewable energy capacity and strengthen related targets.; Strengthen EV target to phase out fossil-fuel passenger cars by 2035.; Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors like steel and iron.; Revision of building standards for energy efficiency from 2025.

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

Low-carbon transportation system; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction; Resilient industry; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Hannan, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government policy document. Solution details: Japan's latest tech using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums could be a new solution for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new Japanese technology utilizes the power of a natural microbe known as dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.; Explore Japan's innovative blue carbon initiatives, which harness the role of seaweed in CO₂ sequestration to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

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


Location: Hannan, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News article. Solution details: The summit aims to address climate change challenges with a focus on decarbonization and achieving the 1.5°C goal.; The event will bring together various non-state actors in Japan to demonstrate a strong commitment to climate action.; Emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Osakasayama, Japan. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Promoting energy conservation and renewable energy; Transforming transportation systems to reduce CO2 emissions; Expanding the use of domestic timber to increase CO2 absorption; Collaborative efforts with citizens and corporations

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


Location: Takaishi, Japan. Climate event: N/A. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Development of next-generation nuclear reactors; Restarting existing reactors with safety and local consent; Promotion of perovskite solar cells


Location: Muko, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Government website. Solution details: Japan is using IoT and AI to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums for marine biodiversity conservation.; A new technology utilizes dark septate endophyte to combat soil degradation and climate change.; Japan is building an e-rickshaw ecosystem in India to drive decarbonization.; Japan is exploring blue carbon initiatives using seaweed for CO₂ sequestration.

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


Location: Shimamoto, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Decarbonization has become an irreversible international trend, driven by the rapid expansion of renewable energy and the strong commitment of citizens.; The summit emphasizes the importance of renewable energy expansion and citizen commitment in making decarbonization an irreversible trend.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

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

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Hachinohe, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Hachinohe Biomass Power Generation Plant uses unused forest resources, timber offcuts, and railway forest thinnings as fuel.; Launch of wooden apartment 'Forest Maison GRANDE' promoting zero energy consumption and lower CO2 emissions.

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


Location: Hachinohe, Japan. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: webpage. Solution details: Ambitious mitigation targets; Interventions protecting ecosystems; Using agriculture for renewables

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Iloilo City, Philippines. Climate event: General climate resilience and adaptation. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News. Solution details: Urgent climate action needed; Equip Filipinos to adapt to climate change; Promote sustainable development; Enhance climate resilience

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


Location: Peñon del Rodadero, Colombia. Climate event: deforestation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: FAO and the Green Climate Fund are working to curb deforestation and combat climate change in Colombia.; The program involves working with rural communities to find effective and equitable climate solutions.


Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina. Climate event: Extreme Weather Disasters. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Periodic review of strategies to reduce residual emissions; Commitment to carbon neutrality; Technology advancements for accessible solutions

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Strengthened framework for multilevel governance; Collaboration between national and local governments; Integration of local insights into national policies

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


Location: Lanús, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: National Plan for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. Solution details: Decarbonisation of the transport sector; Incentives to increase energy efficiency in buildings; Measures to reduce food loss and food waste


Location: Avellaneda, Argentina. Climate event: Renewable Energy Transition. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: Development of a 5 MWp solar park; Transition of transportation towards renewable energy sources; Promotion of bioenergy

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

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


Location: Vicente López, Argentina. Climate event: flooding. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Vulnerability risk analysis for interface fires; Local Climate Action Plans; Participation in the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Emergency relief supplies and aid distribution

Weather & hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning & public alerts; Real-time updates & information transparency; Emergency rescue & volunteer deployment; Emergency relief supplies & aid distribution


Location: Gregorio de Laferrere, Argentina. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Argentina has published its latest National Plan for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation, which includes measures for decarbonisation of the transport sector, energy efficiency in buildings, and reduction of food loss and waste.; The strategy does not include new renewable energy targets but emphasizes stopping deforestation and reducing livestock-related emissions.; Phasing out support for upstream oil and fossil gas developments.; Setting out a transition plan for the energy sector and reviving existing renewables policies such as the RenovAr auction scheme.; Setting out a low-carbon transition plan for the land sector, including agriculture, livestock, and land use change.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Merlo, Argentina. Climate event: carbon emissions assessment. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of Local Climate Action Plan; Carbon emissions assessment for specific mitigation policies; Progress towards a low-carbon development model

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: Quilmes, Argentina. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Creation of the Secretariat for Environment and Sustainable Development; Opening of the Socio-environmental Complex Eco-park for efficient waste collection; Promotion of environmental education through the 'RECREO in my school' program; Implementation of the 'Municipal Plan for Gender Equality'; Execution of the 'Quilmes Clean' program

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

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

Dissemination and international collaboration

Waste management; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Gender equality in emergency management


Location: Banfield, Argentina. Climate event: political and economic implications of climate policy. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Argentina is considering leaving the Paris Agreement, but financial and trade relations may deter this decision.

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Isidro Casanova, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Subnational Governments. Text type: news article. Solution details: Regional commitments to advocate for multilevel climate action; Aligning with the Paris Agreement and IPCC reports; Strengthening multilevel governance and climate finance; Advancing biodiversity protection and climate adaptation; Embedding equity, gender, and education into local sustainability strategies

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


Location: Virrey del Pino, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of climate initiatives through improved coordination between national and local governments; Development of green urban projects that are financially sustainable and address local realities; Creation of Climate Action Plans; Development of GHG inventories, mitigation plans, and adaptation plans

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Data collection and database establishment; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Moreno, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Argentina has developed three strategic climate policies: the National Strategy for International Climate Financing 2023, the National Strategy for the Use of Carbon Markets 2023, and the National Strategy for Sustainable Finance, 2023.; These policies are high-level documents meant to structure future work on designing climate finance roadmaps.; The government has added 74.6 MW of installed capacity to the grid through two wind farms and one landfill biogas plant.; A new solar park was commissioned with an expected installed capacity of 200 MW.

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

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

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


Location: San Miguel, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Energy conservation measures across businesses; Use of solar panels for streetlights and office lighting; Conversion of lighting to LED; Replacement of air-conditioning units to inverter type; Monitoring and employing new energy-efficient processes

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: Rafael Castillo, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Re-committing to existing domestic climate policies; Phasing out support for upstream oil and fossil gas developments; Setting out a transition plan for the energy sector; Reviving existing renewables policies such as the RenovAr auction scheme; Setting out a low-carbon transition plan for the land sector, including agriculture, livestock and land use change

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Monte Grande, Argentina. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Development of National Strategy for International Climate Financing 2023; National Strategy for the Use of Carbon Markets 2023; National Strategy for Sustainable Finance 2023

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Villa Madero, Argentina. Climate event: Urban resilience and sustainable development. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy document. Solution details: Strengthening governance frameworks; Ensuring financial sustainability; Engaging stakeholders

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


Location: Santa María, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change mitigation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: National Plan for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. Solution details: Decarbonisation of the transport sector; Incentives to increase energy efficiency in buildings; Measures to reduce food loss and food waste

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

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: Morón, Argentina. Climate event: Urban Transformation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Environmental Assessment Report. Solution details: Construction of Sports Center; Improvement of the Environment Municipality

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

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: Lomas de Zamora, Argentina. Climate event: climate crisis. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Creation of a Latin American Environmental Front to foster global discussion on environmental issues; Focus on climate crisis, energy transition, and environmental challenges


Location: Temperley, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Argentina has committed to improving adaptation actions such as widening monitoring networks and strengthening early warning systems.; Instituting economic quantification of the climate change impacts and adaptation measures.; Creating multidisciplinary teams to support climate-related initiatives.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Presidente Derqui, Argentina. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Argentina's National Plan for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation includes measures for decarbonisation of the transport sector, energy efficiency in buildings, and reduction of food loss and waste.

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Bernal, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Argentina published its latest National Plan for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation, including measures for decarbonisation of the transport sector, energy efficiency in buildings, and reduction of food loss and waste.; The government adopted Law 27,424 to promote the use of renewables in the building sector, encouraging self-consumption of electricity through net-metering.; Targets for solar water heating in residential housing and installation of solar panels in businesses by 2030.; Addition of 74.6 MW of installed capacity through wind farms and a landfill biogas plant.; Commissioning of a new solar park with an expected installed capacity of 200 MW.


Location: Castelar, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Strengthening multilevel governance and climate finance for Latin America; Advancing biodiversity protection and climate adaptation; Embedding equity, gender, and education into local sustainability strategies

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

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


Location: San Justo, Argentina. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Development of GHG inventories; Mitigation plans; Adaptation plans; Creation of Climate Action Plans

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Ituzaingó, Argentina. Climate event: Carbon Dioxide Capture. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Carbon dioxide capture through afforestation; Implementation under the Clean Development Mechanism of the UN Climate Change framework; Project covers an area of 3,400 hectares

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


Location: Ituzaingó, Argentina. Climate event: Carbon Dioxide Capture. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Planting of 3 million trees of 20 different species; Reduction of CO2 emissions equivalent to 140,000 cars per year; Part of a broader climate strategy to increase CO2 capture


Location: Ituzaingó, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: summary report. Solution details: Decision makers can advance climate solutions locally; Access to city data for custom applications and deeper analysis; Guidance for inclusive, low-emission and climate-resilient future

Data collection and database establishment; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Libertad, Argentina. Climate event: general climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: National Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Plan until 2030; Construction of new nuclear plant; Retrofitting fossil gas power plants to improve efficiency; Addition of wind farms and biogas plant to the grid

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


Location: Ramos Mejía, Argentina. Climate event: Heatwaves, droughts, fires, floods, storms. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Investing in a low-carbon economy to limit GDP losses; Developing localized solutions for cities to tackle emissions; Strengthening governance frameworks for better coordination; Ensuring financial sustainability for green urban projects; Engaging stakeholders for inclusive decision-making

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Private investment

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

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; Public funds; Private investment; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Caseros, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Formation of the Argentine Network of Municipalities facing Climate Change (RAMCC); Coordination and promotion of local public policies to address climate change; Mobilisation of local, national and international resources

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: San José, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Workshop Report. Solution details: Development of GHG inventories; Mitigation plans; Adaptation plans; Creation of Climate Action Plans

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


Location: San José, Argentina. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: National Plan. Solution details: Decarbonisation of the transport sector; Incentives to increase energy efficiency in buildings; Measures to reduce food loss and food waste

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Newcastle University is leading sustainable solutions at a local level, including climate change solutions on campus.; The university supports the city's journey towards net zero status and provides science to inform global biodiversity policy.


Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Webpage. Solution details: Newcastle’s Climate Change Forum is a new initiative to discuss climate change tackled by anchor institutions and give the public a voice in local climate action.; The forums focus on key areas related to the Net Zero action plan, creating action-focused outcomes.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Public engagement and education


Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands. Climate event: Flood, Storm Water Surge, Sea-Level Rise. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Case Study. Solution details: Strengthen flood, storm water surge, and sea-level rise defenses; Adapt urban space to combine functions like water squares, infiltration zones, and green spaces; Increase city resilience through integrated planning; Foster opportunities from climate change such as economic strengthening, quality of life improvement, and biodiversity increase

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

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Hazard defense and protection infrastructure (e.g., barrier, flood wall, sea wall); Green infrastructure distribution; Resilient communication and transportation system; Resilient utility supply system; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: The Hague, Netherlands. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Countries could be violating international law if they fail to take measures to protect the planet from climate change.; Nations harmed by the effects of climate change could be entitled to reparations.

Dissemination and international collaboration

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: The Hague, Netherlands. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Document. Solution details: The Dutch government is required to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 25% by the end of 2020 compared to 1990 levels.; Urgenda promotes renewable energy, reducing carbon emissions, and advocating for policy changes.

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Government emergency and quick response funding; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Zoetermeer, Netherlands. Climate event: Transition to sustainable energy. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: The Warmteprogramma helps the municipality organize the transition to sustainable energy.; The program aligns with national agreements like the Climate Agreement and local plans such as Zoetermeer 2040 and the Spatial Strategy.; The program builds on the Transition Vision Heat from 2021.; Residents will be informed about upcoming municipal activities for sustainable and affordable alternatives to natural gas.

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

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

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


Location: Zoetermeer, Netherlands. Climate event: Sustainability and environmental initiatives. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Landing Page. Solution details: Promotion of green practices and sustainable development.; Information about the municipality's efforts to promote green practices and sustainable development.

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Delft, Netherlands. Climate event: Adaptation to climate change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Transboundary water cooperation to address climate change adaptation; Economic stability through water cooperation; Peace through water cooperation

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: Lagunen, Norway. Climate event: Carbon Capture. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Norway aims to capture carbon dioxide from European factories and bury it beneath the North Sea.

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Søreide, Norway. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Press Statement. Solution details: Norway emphasizes the importance of addressing climate risks in mediation and preventive diplomacy efforts.; The shared experience of climate change can be an entry point for building trust and dialogue across communities.


Location: Søreide, Norway. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Statement. Solution details: Norway advocates for a systematic approach to address climate, peace, and security from the Security Council.; Norway suggests the adoption of a thematic resolution to guide the Security Council's work on climate and security.


Location: Søreide, Norway. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Media Stakeout. Solution details: Norway stresses the need for the Security Council to formally recognize the linkages between climate change and security.


Location: Savona, Italy. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Blog Post. Solution details: Preservation and promotion of secular forests; Emphasis on biodiversity and ecological balance; Sustainable tourism and eco-friendly practices

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Forestry & reforestation
Biodiversity conservation

Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Tripoli, Libya. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: Press Release. Solution details: Launch of the 'Just and Sustainable Energy Transition' Conference; Showcasing Libyan-led innovations and community-driven climate solutions

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Tripoli, Libya. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Research Article. Solution details: Empowering local communities to build resilience; Involvement of civil society and municipalities in climate adaptation

Safety and disaster preparedness education

Dissemination and international collaboration

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Torrevieja, Spain. Climate event: Low-Emission Zone implementation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of a Low-Emission Zone funded by the EU's Next Generation recovery package; Installation of cameras and air quality sensors; Road signage and digital control systems; Ongoing maintenance

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


Location: Torrevieja, Spain. Climate event: Coastal Floods. Actor: Local Government, Research Institution/University, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: research paper. Solution details: Sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS); Nature-Based Solutions (NBSs); Hydrological study and planning of drainage infrastructure

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Green infrastructure distribution; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Toulon, France. Climate event: Heatwaves, Rising Sea Levels, Storms. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Strategic Plan. Solution details: Improving air quality; Reducing energy consumption; Developing renewable energy production; Improving the area’s resilience to climate change

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

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic); Low-carbon transportation system; Green infrastructure distribution


Location: Pescara, Italy. Climate event: Water crisis. Actor: European Investment Bank (EIB). Text type: Press Release. Solution details: €30 million loan to ACA for water and wastewater investment program; Improvement of efficiency and resilience of water services for 450,000 people

Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)


Location: Pescara, Italy. Climate event: Water crisis. Actor: European Investment Bank (EIB). Text type: Country Report. Solution details: Loan to enhance water quality and efficiency; Investment in resilience against extreme climate events


Location: Kuala Tungkal, Indonesia. Climate event: Carbon emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Scholarly article. Solution details: Implementation of REDD+ programs considering land ownership dynamics; Obtaining free and prior informed consent (FPIC) from stakeholders

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


Location: Roxas, Philippines. Climate event: typhoons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Car-Free, Carefree Sundays initiative to reduce carbon footprint; Dedicated lanes for cyclists and joggers; Localized, inclusive, and science-based adaptation strategies

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

Low-carbon transportation system; Safety and disaster preparedness education; Regular disaster evacuation drills


Location: Santa Marta, Colombia. Climate event: Temperature increase, unpredictable rain patterns. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: Case Study. Solution details: Community-based conservation efforts; Reforestation to reduce temperatures and shield ecosystems

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience


Location: Naples, Italy. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Collaboration between Legambiente and UCCRN_edu to promote climate action in Naples; Engagement of citizens in climate action efforts

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Naples, Italy. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Engagement of local authorities, researchers, and professionals through reports, workshops, and collaborative initiatives


Location: Naples, Italy. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Studying how Naples' historic waterways could bring relief from extreme heat

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Giugliano in Campania, Italy. Climate event: hydrogeological impacts. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: report. Solution details: Supporting the Regional Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for the Campania Region; Transformative Innovation for Climate Change Adaptation in the Danube Region


Location: Naha, Japan. Climate event: Greenhouse gas emissions. Actor: National or Local Government, International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Promoting renewable energy systems; Reducing carbon emissions; Efficient operation of existing diesel generators

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Okinawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Comprehensive infrastructure upgrades; Investment in renewable energy sources; Leveraging local assets to cap annual CO2 emissions

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


Location: Okinawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Installation of extensive renewable energy systems; Over a thousand solar installations; Wind farms and responsible forest management; Purchasing carbon offsets for local events

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


Location: Okinawa, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: South-South and triangular knowledge co-creation mission; Involving young people in climate solutions

Dissemination & international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Uruma, Japan. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Implementation of national strategies to help species adapt to moving northward by replanting corals or seaweed; Collaborations and training programs for farmers and fishers; Setting up new trade deals with farmers and fishers in advance

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Biodiversity conservation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Urasoe, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: City-to-City Collaboration for a Zero-Carbon Society; Utilizing human resources and knowledge for local environmental preservation

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Urasoe, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Report. Solution details: Installation of highly efficient equipment in municipal facilities; Promotion of energy-saving efforts; Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions; Adoption of renewable energy; Improving resilience and promoting industries

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


Location: Ginowan, Japan. Climate event: land-use change. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Monitoring impacts of climate change through audio recording devices; Research on conservation and rewilding projects

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


Location: Tomigusuku, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) has grown to include 836 organizations, including companies, local governments, and other entities, all committed to climate action and decarbonization efforts in Japan.


Location: Tomigusuku, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: government policy document. Solution details: Japan is utilizing IoT and AI technologies to replicate natural ocean environments in aquariums, promoting marine biodiversity conservation.; A new technology using dark septate endophyte is being employed to combat soil degradation and climate change.

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


Location: Valencia, Spain. Climate event: Drought, Heavy Rainfall. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: GrowGreen project for nature-based solutions; Vertical gardens on facades and terraces; Rainwater accumulation systems; Match Up initiative for sustainable mobility and energy efficiency; Tidal energy pilot project; Electric bicycle rides for the elderly; Distribution of local goods by electric bicycles

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

Green infrastructure distribution; Sustainable mobility; Energy efficiency; Climate-smart urban planning


Location: Valencia, Spain. Climate event: Urban challenges related to climate change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: European Urban Resilience Forum (EURESFO24); Collaboration on strategies for building resilient cities

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


Location: Torrent, Spain. Climate event: Climate Emergency. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Proposal for a State Pact to address the Climate Emergency; Collaboration between all levels of government and civil society; Creation of permanent funds utilizing national and regional economic resources

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Dissemination and international collaboration; Government emergency and quick response funding; Public funds


Location: Antalya, Turkey. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Policy/Informational Article. Solution details: Climate change adaptation strategies for marine and coastal environments


Location: Antalya, Turkey. Climate event: Heatwave. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Expanding shaded areas around pools; Installing misting systems on terraces; Offering more evening and night-time entertainment

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts


Location: T'aet'an-eup, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Takaoka, Japan. Climate event: None specified. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Interview. Solution details: TAKAOKA TOKO Holdings Co., Ltd. focuses on energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions, offering products and services related to power distribution systems.; The company emphasizes advanced solutions for future energy needs, aligning with its vision for sustainable and efficient energy management.

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

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


Location: Takaoka, Japan. Climate event: None specified. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Business introduction. Solution details: Takaoka Toko conducts GX solutions business, proposing services and solutions for carbon neutrality.; The company offers an extensive range of EV charging solutions to support an EV society, help build a decarbonized society, and help implement global warming mitigation measures.

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

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Imizu, Japan. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of new emission reduction targets in key sectors; Updated building standards for energy efficiency; Mandate for rooftop solar panels in Tokyo from 2025

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

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


Location: Zamboanga City, Philippines. Climate event: Water Scarcity. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: USAID launched the Water Security for Resilient Economic Growth and Stability (Be Secure) project to improve urban resilience to climate change.; Building local adaptation capacity, upgrading water supply infrastructure, and promoting more efficient water use.; Zamboanga City created a Water Demand Management (WDM) plan with USAID assistance.; Engaging engineers, plumbers, policymakers, and students in water management.; Expanding local water treatment capacity, conducting leak analysis and repair, promoting rainwater harvesting structures.; Hosting workshops on residential and commercial water audits.

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Infrastructure routine maintenance; Water management and supply guarantee; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Southampton, United Kingdom. Climate event: climate-resilient agriculture. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Coordinating research on growing climate-resilient crops in the UK; Enhancing agricultural resilience to climate change through collaborative research efforts

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Scientific research support and technology innovation; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Anapa, Russia. Climate event: Flood. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Research Article. Solution details: The article discusses the impact of heavy rains and storm surges on Anapa and other cities along the Black Sea coast, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and planning to mitigate flooding risks.

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

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Infrastructure routine maintenance


Location: Anapskaya, Russia. Climate event: Rising temperatures. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Russia’s Ministry for Agriculture has published a new document outlining steps to mitigate the risks posed to the country’s agricultural and seafood industries by climate change.; The action plan aims to coordinate government efforts to tackle climate change challenges.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Toyama, Japan. Climate event: General climate change and sustainable development. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Toyama City has adopted an environmentally-friendly design for public facilities.; Housing estates are fitted with solar cells, lithium-ion cells, and residential fuel cells.; The city aims to revamp its Light Rail Transit (LRT) system to concentrate city services.

Long-term
Land use and urban planning
Green infrastructure distribution

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


Location: Chŏngjin, North Korea. Climate event: Reforestation, Carbon Credits. 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

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Dissemination and international collaboration; Forestry & reforestation; Public funds


Location: Tokushima, Japan. Climate event: Biomass energy development. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Delay in the start-up of a biomass power generation plant due to facility inspections

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Tokushima, Japan. Climate event: Solar power generation. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Establishment of a solar power generation facility as part of carbon neutrality efforts

Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Bacolod, Philippines. Climate event: general climate change awareness. Actor: National or Local Government, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Partnership with the Climate Reality Project Philippines; Reality Tour to promote environmental awareness

Dissemination and international collaboration; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Bacolod, Philippines. Climate event: general climate change awareness. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Participation in Earth Hour 2025; Establishment of Bacolod City Climate and Environment Council


Location: Bacolod, Philippines. Climate event: general climate change awareness. Actor: National or Local Government, Multinational or Local Private Sector, Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of SPROUT Initiative for sustainable urban transformation; Collaboration with IF Green Technologies and community stakeholders


Location: Bacolod, Philippines. Climate event: general climate change awareness. Actor: National or Local Government, Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Rehabilitation of the Old City Hall Building; Adherence to National Building Code for sustainable construction

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

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: Talisay, Philippines. Climate event: General climate change adaptation and mitigation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Compliance with the Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP); Programs and initiatives directed towards reducing the risk of climate change impacts

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement; Immediate disaster operation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Talisay, Philippines. Climate event: Flooding and other climate-related challenges. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Support for House Bill No. 2577 to establish the University of the Philippines National Climate Resilience Institute (UP NCRI); Science-based solutions to flooding and other climate-related challenges

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

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

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


Location: Nador, Morocco. Climate event: Water scarcity. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Research article. Solution details: Construction of brack water desalination plants; Development of Nador West Med Port to attract foreign investment and drive employment

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Yeysk, Russia. Climate event: Air Pollution. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Web Dashboard. Solution details: Air quality monitoring; Clean air solutions; Air quality sensors; Smart city project with air quality monitors, drones, outdoor air purifiers, and data dashboards

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

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


Location: Nice, France. Climate event: Rising sea levels. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The Ocean Rise & Resilience Coalition Summit will invite elected representatives and leaders of coastal cities and regions, as well as governments of island States under threat from rising sea levels.; The conference will focus on stepping up collaboration and access to knowledge and finance for adaptation to ocean and climate change.; The Nice Ocean Agreements will provide a framework for the scientific community to inform and guide climate action.

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


Location: Cần Thơ, Vietnam. Climate event: General climate challenges. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Member profile. Solution details: Enhancing awareness and actions in school buildings, public facilities’ lighting, and roof solar energy; Developing green infrastructure model in communities; High-tech agricultural model; International cooperation focusing on enhancing the capacity of city officials; Organizing conferences and workshops on environmental protection and climate change

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture

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


Location: Legazpi, Philippines. Climate event: Flood Resilience. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Propagation of bamboo to mitigate impacts of natural disasters; Involvement of local communities in environmental protection

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Community involvement in climate resilience


Location: Legazpi, Philippines. Climate event: Climate change adaptation. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: project report. Solution details: Enhancing capacity of city governments to adopt climate science-based approaches; Urban planning and design for climate resiliency

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


Location: Ibiza, Spain. Climate event: Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Improvement in energy mix imported from Mallorca and the Peninsula; Changes in the fuel used in the Ibiza thermal power plant

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


Location: Ibiza, Spain. Climate event: Waste, Pollution, Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Tourism model promoting sharing economies, reuse and recycling; Investment in sustainability plans; Water-saving devices installation; Use of rainwater; Switch from oil heating to natural gas or electric; Control building temperatures; Traceability of Balearic fish and seafood

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Sanitation management

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Waste management

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Sanitation management; Waste management; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Ibiza, Spain. Climate event: Climate Change. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: Article. Solution details: Solar energy installation by Electro Solar; Promotion of local organic products by Ecofeixes

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture


Location: Ajaccio, France. Climate event: Decarbonization. Actor: Multinational or Local Private Sector. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of a biomass power plant to replace heavy fuel oil; Reduction of CO2 emissions by 65%; Promotion of cleaner energy

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Industrial carbon reduction


Location: Ajaccio, France. Climate event: Energy transition. Actor: Civil Society/Local Community. Text type: news article. Solution details: Energy transition challenges and solutions for islands; Role of islands in energy transition


Location: Catania, Italy. Climate event: Urban Heat. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: Article. Solution details: Green urban planning strategies for climate change resilience

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


Location: Catania, Italy. Climate event: Air Pollution. Actor: Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Installation of 48 charging stations for electric vehicles

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

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


Location: Ipil, Philippines. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Implementation of climate change-focused laws aimed at facilitating mitigation and adaptation.

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Ipil, Philippines. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Ceremonial exchange of a loan agreement with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) for EUR 150 million to support climate action initiatives.

Financial assistance for reconstruction support


Location: Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: Research Institution/University, National or Local Government. Text type: Conference announcement. Solution details: Nature-based solutions and environmental parameter monitoring as tools for adaptation; Participatory sessions to assess opportunities offered by the current context; Technical visit to the restoration of Platja Llarga

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

Dissemination and international collaboration

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: Research Institution/University, National or Local Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: Implementation of SCORE’s Digital Twin and Early Warning Support System (DT-EWS); Monitoring real-time conditions; Simulating extreme weather events; Assessing potential flood impacts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain. Climate event: Coastal Flood. Actor: Research Institution/University, National or Local Government. Text type: Project information. Solution details: Development of financial risk profiles and a Decision Support System (DSS); Integration of EBA effectiveness into risk assessments; Co-creation sessions with municipal representatives

Scientific research support and technology innovation

Data collection and database establishment

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building


Location: Niigata, Japan. Climate event: impact of climate change on agriculture. Actor: Research Institution/University. Text type: news article. Solution details: Introduction of heat-resistant crops; Exchange initiative for studying climate change

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Dissemination and international collaboration

Climate-smart agriculture / climate-resilient agriculture; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Niigata, Japan. Climate event: Renewable energy promotion. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: report. Solution details: Promotion of solar power for household use; Research of electricity stabilization measurements; Promotion of renewable energy such as solar power for Area Energy Network; Financial support for research and development; Promotion of using testing field; Support area energy network; Testing the effectiveness of electricity stabilization; Formulate plan for diffusion of FCV; Financial support for the development of Methane hydrate resources; Promote implementation of geothermal heating system

Satellites technology support for large-scale data monitoring

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk

Pollution control and clean energy promotion

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

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


Location: Rio Grande, Argentina. Climate event: Extreme sub-Antarctic climate. Actor: National or Local Government, Inter-American Development Bank. Text type: Case Study. Solution details: Reinforcing the municipality’s commitment to increasing agricultural productivity and sustainable food production; Signed the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact (MUFFP); Develop sustainable, inclusive, resilient, safe and diversified food systems; Reduce food waste and preserve biodiversity; Mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change; Programme assists with inputs, seedlings and technical advice to small horticultural producers; Expansion and modernisation of the system of municipal greenhouses

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement

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


Location: Jakdo-dong, North Korea. Climate event: GHG mitigation. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Utilization and popularization of renewable energy; Attracting investment for renewable energy technology; Modernization, improvement, and capacity-building policies

Long-term
Infrastructure and utilities
Infrastructure routine maintenance

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


Location: Pungheung-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change impacts. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: North Korea's commitment to reducing emissions by 8 percent by 2030 and up to 40.25 percent with international support.; Potential engagement through U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits.; Focus on forest restoration and clean energy technologies.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation; Forestry & reforestation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion


Location: Seoho1-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Ryongseong1-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts


Location: Seoho2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts


Location: Naeho-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Safety and disaster preparedness education


Location: Unjung1-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Flood. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: news article. Solution details: Kim Jong Un called for urgent action on climate change to tackle abnormal weather blamed for food shortages.; Ordered officials to enact an ambitious plan for river improvement, reforestation for erosion control, dyke maintenance, and tide embankment projects.; Called for improvement in North Korea's flood management infrastructure.

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

Knowledge, monitoring, and capacity building

River improvement; Reforestation for erosion control; Dyke maintenance; Tide embankment projects; Flood management infrastructure improvement


Location: Geumbit-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Real-time updates and information transparency


Location: Ryongam-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Cheongi-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Rainfall, flooding, typhoons, drought. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: North Korea committed to reducing emissions by 8 percent by 2030 and up to 40.25 percent with international support.; Potential areas for engagement on climate change through U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits.

Dissemination and international collaboration; Scientific research support and technology innovation


Location: Ryujeong2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage

Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting


Location: Ryujeong2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Financial assistance for climate change initiatives; Support for disaster preparedness and resilience

Financial assistance for reconstruction support; Long-term adaptation plan establishment and improvement


Location: Ryujeong2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change initiatives. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Engagement through U.N. climate credits; Carbon dioxide removal credits; Forest management and development; Increase in renewable energy; Improved climate and environmental laws; Enhanced cooperation with the international community

Industrial carbon reduction; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Forestry & reforestation; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Ryujeong1-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: Songheung-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: Engagement through U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits; Integrating climate change considerations into socio-economic development strategies; Reforestation and forest preservation initiatives

Long-term
Governance, planning, and finance
Public funds

Long-term
Mitigation and clean energy
Industrial carbon reduction

Ecosystems, agriculture, and industry resilience

Dissemination and international collaboration; Forestry & reforestation; Public funds


Location: Ryujeong3-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Management and development of forests in a sustainable manner; Increase in renewable energy; Improved climate and environmental laws; Enhanced cooperation with the international community

Forestry & reforestation; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Ryujeong3-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News article. Solution details: Commitment to participating in the global campaign against climate change; Declaration of war against deforestation

Forestry & reforestation; Dissemination & international collaboration


Location: Hunong-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Rain season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk


Location: 하덕동, North Korea. Climate event: Extreme weather events. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Report. Solution details: Adaptation policy to minimize direct damage from natural calamities; Address food shortages and water management

Resilient utility supply system (water, gas, electronic)

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


Location: 하덕동, North Korea. Climate event: Natural disasters. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: News Article. Solution details: Increased coverage of climate change issues in central media; Public awareness campaigns

Safety and disaster preparedness education; Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: 하덕동, North Korea. Climate event: Tree-damaging insects. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Policy Brief. Solution details: Study on defeating tree-damaging insects; Reforestation projects; Engagement with Seoul-based organizations and NGOs

Forestry & reforestation
Biodiversity conservation

Forestry & reforestation; Biodiversity conservation


Location: Songsang-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Real-time updates and information transparency

Emergency rescue and volunteer deployment


Location: 소나무동, North Korea. Climate event: General Climate Change. Actor: International Organizations, National or Local Government. Text type: Policy Brief. Solution details: Climate diplomacy as a strategy to engage North Korea; International collaboration and policy-making

Dissemination and international collaboration


Location: Huinsil-dong, North Korea. Climate event: climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: news article. Solution details: The UN Green Climate Fund approved $752,000 to support climate change initiatives in North Korea.; The aid is intended to address climate change events and support disaster preparedness and resilience.

Financial assistance for reconstruction support


Location: Saemmul-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts


Location: Heungdeok2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: Engagement with North Korea through climate change initiatives; Potential use of U.N. climate credits, specifically carbon dioxide removal credits; Commitment to reducing emissions with international support

Dissemination and international collaboration; Pollution control and clean energy promotion; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Ryeonmot-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Real-time updates and information transparency; Research on urban resilience and disaster risk; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Heungdeok1-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Droughts and prolonged rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts

Short-term
Emergency response and recovery
Personnel evacuation and shelter

Early warning system testing and territory-wide coverage; Weather and hazard data monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; Emergency warning and public alerts; Personnel evacuation and shelter; Forestry & reforestation


Location: Heungdeok3-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts


Location: Eungbong2-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Prolonged droughts and rain seasons. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts


Location: 응봉1동, North Korea. Climate event: General climate change. Actor: International Organizations. Text type: Analysis piece. Solution details: North Korea plans to achieve its climate goals through sustainable forest management, increased renewable energy, improved climate and environmental laws, and enhanced international cooperation.


Location: Deok-dong, North Korea. Climate event: Drought, Prolonged Rain Season. Actor: National or Local Government. Text type: Analysis. Solution details: Improved early warning mechanisms for at-risk communities; Proactive weather forecasting; More frequent and timely radio broadcasts and text messaging; Better preparation and mobilization of personnel for disaster response; Reforestation and afforestation efforts