Climate Change - Impacts/Adaptation

On 30 January 2007, The Scotland and Northern Ireland Forum for Environmental Research (SNIFFER), launched a report called 'Preparing for a Changing Climate in Northern Ireland'.

Published on behalf of DOE and EHS, this report examines the potential impacts of climate change in Northern Ireland across a broad range of sectors.

It looks at measures already being undertaken here and considers what else may be required to adapt to these impacts. This project isn’t about the need to cut greenhouse gas emissions now but looks at what is needed to deal with the impact of emissions that have already occurred.

Success in meeting this challenge depends on the development of actions in partnership across the region. The NI Climate Change Impacts Partnership will be set up following the launch of the report to bring together key stakeholders in NI to secure a shared goal of building resilience and readiness to meet the threats and opportunities presented by a changing climate.

Preparing For A Climate Change In Northern Ireland - Executive Summary (672KB)

Preparing For A Climate Change In Northern Ireland - Full Document (1.41MB)

Should you require this document in an accessible format, e.g. Braille, audio-cassette, minority ethnic language etc, please contact Climate Change Unit by contacting Laura.McAleese@doeni.gov.uk