Climate Adaptation Glossary
Terminology used when talking about climate can be hard to understand. Explore our list of definitions below to find out more about some of the most common terms used in climate research
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Blue-Green Infrastructure
Blue-green infrastructure is a nature-based approach to mitigating climate hazards in urban landscapes by using water and vegetation-based elements.
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Climate Adaptation
Climate adaptation is how we adjust to expected climate risks and impacts, in order to minimise damage to people and nature.
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Climate Mitigation
Climate mitigation is any action taken to reduce or prevent greenhouse gas emissions caused by human activities.
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Climate Resilience
Climate resilience is the capacity to cope with climate risks and impacts while maintaining the different functions of society, ecosystems and the economy.
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Nature-Based Solutions
Nature-based solutions address societal challenges through the protection, sustainable management and restoration of ecosystems.
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Transformative Governance
Transformative governance is the process of creating a desired shift in a system.
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Urban Adaptation Plan
Urban adaptation plans set out how a city or local government will prepare for, respond to, and manage the impacts of climate change.