Managing climate risks to well-being and the economy
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Comprises the Adaptation Sub-Committee's progress report on how well the UK is prepared to deal with climate change impacts and risks. Assesses the current state of resilience to weather and climate of infrastructure, businesses, health care system and emergency services.
History
Adaptation Sub-Committee progress report 2014.
Subjects
- Planning and development
- Environmental planning/land
- Climate change
Publisher History
Now known as the Climate Change Committee. The Committee on Climate Change was established under the Climate Change Act 2008 as an independent advisory body to the UK Government and Devolved Administrations, to advise on emissions targets and report to Parliament on progress made in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preparing for climate change.
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