Prognosis 2050 By the middle of this century, increasing agricultural development will intensify pollution and biodiversity loss, while climate change will further increase flooding risks. Situation Zemgale region covers almost ... Read more| Climate Impetus
Jelgava, Latvia has launched a new flood early warning app with EU support, helping citizens prepare for climate change impacts.| Climate Impetus
In Jelgava, the main challenges from rainfall include high risk of flooding and damage to infrastructure during prolonged rainfall. The Lielupe River and its tributary floodplains, as well as low topography and high-water tables, make drainage and stormwater drainage systems difficult to operate. The extreme rainfall of July 2024 confirms that the existing sewerage system is inadequate to cope with such situations. In the region’s rural areas, the threats affect both settlements and villa...| Climate Impetus
Prognosis Berlin faces increasing drinking water challenges due to rising demand from population growth and more frequent droughts. An expected 40% reduction in summertime natural surface water runoff by 2040 ... Read more| Climate Impetus
What does climate adaptation look like in mountainous regions facing both water shortages and natural disasters? In this interview, we speak with Valentina D’Alonzo, the leader of the Mountain demo ... Read more The post How Mountain Regions Are Adapting to Climate Change and Water Scarcity appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our boreal demo site supports climate resilience in the Zemgale region of Latvia through local planning, awareness-raising, and nature-based solutions. The post Climate resilience in Latvia: Insights from the boreal demo site appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our Atlantic demo site in the Zeeland region of the Netherlands tackles climate risks with heat maps, smart tools, and local-to-national collaboration. The post Heat stress and flood risk adaptation: How the Netherlands is planning ahead appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Our Coastal demo site in Catalonia, Spain is tackling climate adaptation through co-created solutions, stronger governance, and lessons learned. The post Bridging gaps, building resilience: Climate adaptation challenges and innovations in Catalonia appeared first on Climate Impetus.| Climate Impetus
Experts met in Riga to explore nature-based solutions for climate resilience at local and regional levels.| Climate Impetus
Turning climate commitments into action We are feeling the impacts of climate change here and now. IMPETUS focuses on increasing our resilience. Working with local citizens, policy-makers and businesses in ... Read more| Climate Impetus
Berlin’s groundwater supply is at risk. See how the IMPETUS project is helping the city prepare for a drier future.| Climate Impetus
Discover the IMPETUS climate adaptation platform to help researchers, policymakers, and businesses tackle regional climate challenges.| Climate Impetus
Join the IMPETUS webinar on 25 February to learn about decision-support tools for regional climate adaptation.| Climate Impetus
Slush flows endanger Arctic roads and communities. Discover how new tools are improving slush flow forecasting to mitigate risks in Norway and beyond.| Climate Impetus