Heatwaves, floods, hurricanes and sea-level rise. The impacts of climate change are already posing severe risks to food security, homes and livelihoods across the world, with the people who have contributed least to climate change being most at risk.
Reducing emissions is critical for preventing runaway climate change, but a certain degree of future warming is already ‘locked in’ due to the inertia of the climate system – and as temperatures continue to rise, so too will the risks.
Adapting to climate change – and building resilience – is critical for protecting people and communities. While the majority of countries have adaptation plans in place, finance and implementation are lacking.
What are the priority areas of action when it comes to strengthening adaptation and resilience, especially in the most climate vulnerable nations? What were the outcomes of the Global Adaptation Summit? And how will adaptation and resilience be addressed at COP26?
The tenth event in the Chatham House COP26 Diplomatic Briefing Series focuses on these important questions.
This event is part of the Chatham House COP26 Diplomatic Briefing Series and is open to any diplomat or government official. If you wish to attend the meeting but have not received an invitation, you are welcome to email Anna Aberg.
