Adapting: A local and systemic challenge
The impacts of climate change will vary significantly from one territory to another. Heatwaves, extreme rainfall, and other climate-related hazards will have different consequences depending on factors such as the local environment (e.g., agricultural land, urban areas, forests), the composition of the population (e.g., the elderly, vulnerable groups), existing infrastructure (e.g., transport networks), and economic activity. These effects will challenge the continued provision of public services—such as schools, access to healthcare, and the maintenance of roads and other infrastructure.
To account for local realities, adaptation to climate change must therefore be addressed at the local level.
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