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Time for change? Climate Science Reconsidered
25 June 2014
On 24 June 2014, the UCL Policy Commission of the Communication of Climate Science released a new report, ‘Time for Change? Climate Science Reconsidered’ … Read more
Climate Prepared: A resource for tourism businesses
13 May 2014
After flooding, storms and tidal surges left many tourism businesses struggling to survive this winter, the Government funded a support programme for tourism businesses in the areas affected, which drew upon Climate UK’s tools, ‘Climate Prepared’ and the ‘Business Resilience Health Check’. … Read more
Better Environment, Better Health publications launched
11 November 2013
The Better Environment, Better Health guides were launched today, and these publications build on the initial evidence base in Linking Environment and Health, commissioned by the London Climate Change Partnership and delivered by the GLA. … Read more
New report shows how London can lead cities worldwide
17 July 2013
London has played a leading role in the field of weather science for centuries. Weather observations in London began in 1659, providing one of the longest records of any city in the world. London Climate Change Partnership’s latest report ‘Observing London: Weather data needed for London to thrive’ outlines that improving the quality and access to weather data helps us to better understand and adapt to current and future conditions – ensuring the capital is a resilient and thriving city. … Read more
London Climate Change Partnership welcomes new members
9 July 2013
Professor Chris Rapley, Chair of LCCP, today welcomed three new Members to the London Climate Change Partnership: the Grantham Research Institute, University College London and Trucost. … Read more
Climate UK welcomes new Met Office service
4 June 2013
On 3 June 2013, the Met Office launched Climate Service UK, its new brand which encompasses the range of climate science services it provides within the UK. To help avoid confusion between the two names Climate UK has offered its interpretation about how the services of Climate UK and Climate Service UK differ, but are also complementary. … Read more
Decent Homes are resilient homes says LCCP and Sustainable Homes
21 February 2013
SHIFT’S conference, ‘Saving water and reducing the impacts of flooding’ on 27 February will highlight that social housing providers need to prepare to face more flooding and more water shortages in future. As part of this LCCP publication ‘Your social housing in a changing climate’ will be used to highlight what can be done. … Read more
LCCP releases report and invites housing providers to build on recommendations
12 February 2013
The London Climate Change Partnership released its report ‘Your social housing in a changing climate’ at City Hall on 12 February. … Read more
Professor Chris Rapley appointed new Chair of LCCP
8 February 2013
Professor Chris Rapley CBE, the notable scientist has today been appointed as the Chair of the London Climate Change Partnership. Prof Rapley is Professor of Climate Science at University College London and his illustrious career (including his role as Director of the Science Museum London) demonstrates his commitment to understanding and adapting to the impacts of climate change at a local and international level. … Read more
LCCP’s Annual Forum held on 29 November 2012
12 December 2012
A write-up of our Forum, featuring presentation slides … Read more