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Adapting to the impacts of heatwaves in a changing climate in Botkyrka, Sweden |
Europe and Central Asia |
Sweden |
Local |
Disaster risk reduction |
Heatwaves |
Research; Monitoring and early warning systems |
2010 – 2011 |
≈100,000 Euros Municipality of Botkyrka |
Municipality of Botkyrka |
Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI) and the Botkyrka Municipality |
Climate Adapt |
This project integrates heatwave resilience and action into planning and community guidance, contributing knowledge on heatwave risks in Botkyrka, Sweden with a vulnerability assessment to heatwaves, producing maps of vulnerable groups and areas. This vulnerability assessment initiated the publication of a guide to advise other municipalities experiencing similar vulnerability to heatwaves, and the implementation of protection measures in most vulnerable areas such as care homes. Early warning systems were improved and updated based on the findings of the vulnerability assessment, with focus placed on disseminating information within the most vulnerable areas. Innovative finance mechanisms encouraged environmental co-benefits: air-conditioning units were procured and installed by the government as long as costs were offset by the municipality, and so solar panels were built by the municipality to compensate for the increased energy consumption of the aircon units. Within vulnerable areas, 'cool spots’ were installed by a housing company managing 11,000 apartments. The project incurred limited costs to cover salaries of the three employees hired for the programme. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/adapting-to-the-impacts-of-heatwaves-in-a-changing-climate-in-botkyrka-sweden |
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Better Water Management for Advancing Resilient-communities in Europe” (BEWARE) |
Europe and Central Asia |
Italy |
Subnational |
Disaster risk reduction; Human habitat; Water |
Floods |
Planning; Infrastructure; Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services; Research |
2018-2022 |
The BEWARE project total budget is €2.103.964, (EU co-funds €1.188.160). The cost for the implementation of the NWRMs represents the 17,2% of the total budget. |
The BEWARE Project and the European Union |
Municipalities of the Altovicentino area (Santorso and Marano Vicentino), TESAF - University of Padua, Consorzio di Bonifica Alta Pianura Veneta, ALDA, Veneto Agricoltura |
Climate Adapt |
The BEWARE project targets flooding in two areas of the Altovicentino region, Santorso and Marano Vicentino, and consists of seven interventions selected from the Natural Water Retention Measures (NWRMs) platform, with the aim to increase the resilience of the selected areas to flooding. The project relied on participatory processes, with the involvement of citizens to spread small scale actions; local municipal administrators and technicians to design and implement the measures; farmers to adopt the measures; and students as a target group of the bottom-up approach with regards to awareness raising. One intervention was a detention basin to store 2,500 cubic meters of water, with the aim to retain water and ensure water resources were readily available across all seasons in the agricultural sector. An environmental co-benefit was realised by surrounding the basin with vegetation, increasing biodiversity and creating new habitats for wildlife. To improve drainage of rainwater, a rain garden and underdrain bioretention were implemented in a Piazzale della Libertà parking lot. A water detention basin was built in Via Volti with a green area built around the basin further increasing biodiversity, while in a private residential area of Corte Acquasaliente, two rainwater harvesting systems were installed, collecting 2000 litres of water, as well as two dry wells to catch water runoff from the street. In Santorso, two rain gardens, an infiltration trench, and a porous paving still, were installed. Each of these stated measures aim to mitigate surface water flooding. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/natural-water-retention-measures-in-the-altovicentino-area-italy |
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Climate adaptation strategy for the Grimsel area in the Swiss Alps |
Europe and Central Asia |
Switzerland |
Subnational |
Finance and investment; Infrastructure; Disaster risk reduction; Early warning systems |
Permafrost thawing, Glacier retreat, Climate extremes |
Capacity building; Policies and strategies; Planning; Infrastructure; Technological innovations; Institutional strengthening and awareness raising |
2016 – ongoing |
31 Pilot projects with an overall 7.7 million Swiss Francs budget and 200.000 Swiss Francs per project |
Government of Switzerland |
Regionalkonferenz Oberland-Ost |
Climate Adapt |
This project is one of 31 projects funded by the federal Swiss government’s programme for adaptation to climate change. The Grimsel project addresses, through participatory approach, climate induced vulnerabilities which threaten existing socioeconomic risks – its roads, settlements and infrastructure are especially at risk from increased slope instability due to increased rainfall, thawing and glacier retreat. To address these risks, the following outcomes were seen: a steering group was created to guide the implementation of the project, with university courses, excursions, and study visits initiated to the region. Data exchange between the public and governments on natural hazards was improved, with monitoring systems procured and databases built. A success area of the project was the integration of cross-sectoral stakeholders at different levels of management, the participatory approach, and the inclusion of private and public actors. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/climate-adaptation-strategy-for-the-grimsel-area-in-the-swiss-alps |
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Crop diversification and improved soil management for adaptation to climate change in Segovia |
Europe and Central Asia |
Spain |
Local |
Food and agriculture |
Drought |
Research |
2017 – ongoing |
The total cost for producing the assessment and the action plan of the Melque de Cercos farm amounted to 5,000 €. Implementation costs not yet estimated |
AgriAdapt project & European Commission through the LIFE Program; co-financed by Fundación Biodiversidad from the Spanish Ministry of Ecological Transition |
Fundación Global Nature |
Climate Adapt |
the LIFE AgriAdapt project has initiated 120 pilot farms to test adaptation measures, and one of these is in Melque de Cercos (Segovia, Spain). Responding to droughts, extreme temperature and soil degradation, the Segovia project aims to increase the resilience of rainfed crops through cross-cutting measures, promoting synergy between adaptation and mitigation. A local-level vulnerability assessment was undertaken, from which adaptation measures were proposed: crop rotation was improved with movement away from monoculture, along with soil management measures to control soil usage. The final measure was to implement multifunctional field margins to improve biodiversity: after 2 years, vegetation in these areas to include a diverse species mix including pollinators and increased local fauna. To monitor the progress of this project, a climate risk assessment was undertaken, with feedback from farmers taken into account at regular points of the project. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/crop-diversification-and-improved-soil-management-for-adaptation-to-climate-change-in-segovia-spain |
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Insurance Loss Data Sharing Project for Climate-Resilient Municipalities |
Europe and Central Asia |
Norway |
Subnational |
Infrastructure |
Floods; Climate extremes |
Capacity building |
2013-2015 |
Finance Norway (NOK 1 million – EUR 110 000) and the Ministry of Climate and environment (260 000 NOK – EUR 30 000 euro). |
Finance Norway and the Ministry of Climate and environment |
Finance Norway, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), and nine municipalities (Bærum, Grue, Kongsvinger, Løten, Nord-Odal, Ringsaker, Stavanger, Tromsø and Trondheim) |
Climate Adapt |
The “Insurance Loss Data Sharing Project for Climate-Resilient Municipalities” project aimed to assess the extent to which access to loss insurance data related to extreme weather events might strengthen institutional capacity to reduce and prevent climate-related losses. The project intended to inform and prioritise the renovation, reinvestment, and management of public infrastructure. Additional objectives included clarifying methods of data usage, determining costs involved, and outlining a future system for more efficient use of data. The use of collected data varied across municipalities. In Bærum, for example, it supported the supporting the identification of water and drainage problems and informed municipal spatial planning. The project is an example of multi-stakeholder participation (with high collaboration of municipalities, state agencies and the insurance industry), contributing to the building of trust between actors involved. A number of research projects on climate-related risk factors, risk management and risk prevention were also conducted in parallel to the project, which generated and enhanced knowledge and awareness of the effects of climate change on society. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/use-of-insurance-loss-data-by-local-authorities-in-norway |
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Isar-Plan – Water management plan and restoration of the Isar River, Munich (Germany) |
Europe and Central Asia |
Germany |
Local |
Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services; Infrastructure; Water; Biodiversity conservation and restoration |
Floods |
Planning; Policies and strategies; Infrastructure |
1995-2011 |
35,000,000 Euros - Bavarian State Government (55%) and the City of Munich (45%) |
Bavarian State Government and the City of Munich |
State Office of Water Management Munich, the City of Munich |
Climate Adapt |
Responding to increased rainfall, flooding and economic and infrastructural losses in Munich, the city implemented a floor risk management plan on the River Isar, the Isar-Plan. This worked on flood protection and restoration measures, protecting Munich from the 2005 floor which damaged other cities in Southern Germany; improving water quality so that swimming is now possible in the river; improving water and land habitats; and improving recreational quality for residents. A success area of the project was interdisciplinary group driving the Isar-Plan, integrating stakeholders operating at different levels. This consisted of a group of NGOs (the Isar-Allianz), the State Office of Water Management Munich, and the City of Munich, while public participation was driven by internet engagement, dissemination of pamphlets, workshops, press engagement, round tables, and telephone/information services. Environmental co-benefits emerged from cross river sills, preventing fish from passing through, being replaced by flat ramps, improving biodiversity and restoring the habitat of flora and fauna within the river. Outcomes are as follows: the main channel was widened from 50 to 90 metres, giving more space to the river and improving run off and discharge. Embankments, previously secured with concrete slabs, have been replaced by sloping banks. Runoff has improved and can now run off at a rate of 1,100 cubic meters per second. A distance of one metre has been implemented between flood water level and the crest of the dike, protecting low-lying areas from high flood water. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/isar-plan-2013-water-management-plan-and-restoration-of-the-isar-river-munich-germany |
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Adaptive restoration of the former saltworks in Camargue, southern France |
Europe and Central Asia |
France |
Local |
Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services; Infrastructure; Water; Biodiversity conservation and restoration |
Sea level rise |
Planning; Infrastructure; Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services; |
2011 – ongoing |
7-13 million euros, plus 80,000€ to 140 K€ for annual maintenance has been estimated in order to maintain and adapt the inner protection dyke system (about 16 km linear extension). The cost for hydraulic reconnection works were estimated to be less than 1 |
Regional Natural Park of the Camargue, Tour du Valat Research Institute and the National Society for Nature Protection |
Regional Natural Park of the Camargue, Tour du Valat Research Institute and the National Society for Nature Protection |
Climate Adapt |
This project aims to restore the Camargue delta, 70% of which is within an altitude of less than 1 metre. To protect the area from flooding dykes were built, and as a former saltworks, Camargue as an area has become increasingly artificial, causing coastal erosion and altered water and ecological conditions. The project thus aims to restore the ecosystem and natural functioning of the system and reconnecting it with the Rhone river, the Mediterranean Sea, and inland lagoons. In doing so, the project hopes to increase biodiversity in the area, implement adaptive flood protection, and enhance eco-tourism and recreational activities. The project has been considered successful for its wide scope as a restoration and adaptation project, as well as its long-term and inexpensive intervention to save public funds. The NBS approach mitigates possible environmental risks through monitoring of ecosystem functioning. Current outcomes include channel dredging, and rehabilitation of connections between the area and surrounding water bodies. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/adaptive-restoration-of-the-former-saltworks-in-camargue-southern-france |
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Flood protection in the Upper Vistula river basin: grey and green measures implemented in the Sandomierz area |
Europe and Central Asia |
Poland |
Local |
Water; Infrastructure; Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services |
Floods |
Policies and strategies; Planning; Infrastructure; Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services |
2011-2019 |
217 million EUR |
World Bank |
Regional Water Management authorities of Krakow, Kielce and Rzeszow |
Climate Adapt |
Flooding events in the Upper Vistula river basin in 2010 and 2011, drove the implementation of this project to cope with increasing flooding. The town of Sandomierz, which is home to about 24,700 people, saw 40% of its total extension flooded and flood losses were estimated at approximately 100 million Euros. In that context, the project of Flood protection in the Upper Vistula river basin: grey and green measures implemented in the Sandomierz area was born. One of the main objectives of the project were to increase the retention capacity and to reduce flood risk in and around this town in the Sandomierz. The project implements a hybrid approach in which green/grey infrastructure is used. Measurements include the rehabilitation of reservoirs and wetlands, expansion, reconstruction and modernization of river embankments; and the (re)construction of water pump stations and water discharge channels. The adaptation measures were designed within the scope of the River Basin Management Plans (RBMP) and elaborated according to the WFD and the Flood Directive. Furthermore, the impact on natural habitats were monitored according to Natura 2000 policies. |
https://climate-adapt.eea.europa.eu/metadata/case-studies/flood-protection-in-the-upper-vistula-river-basin-grey-and-green-measures-implemented-in-the-sandomierz-area |