Previous NI Adaptation Publication

Climate change adaptation is about dealing with the consequences of a changing climate, adapting to those impacts and reducing exposure to the risk of damage. It is also about developing the capacity to cope with unavoidable damage and taking advantage of any new opportunities that arise.  

In order to better prepare Northern Ireland for our changing climate the Scotland and Northern Ireland Forum for Environmental Research (SNIFFER), launched a report called 'Preparing for a Changing Climate in Northern Ireland'. Published in 2007 on behalf of DOE and NIEA, 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.

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

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

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further information on climate change responsibilities in Northern Ireland can be requested by contacting:

Climate Change Team
Department of the Environment
Goodwood House
44 - 58 May Street
Belfast BT1 4NN

Tel.: (028) 90 254 781.

E-mail: climate.change@doeni.gov.uk