Resources

A good practice guide for sustainable communities

2 October 2006

This report sets out the climate change adaptation issues that planners and developers should consider at each stage of the development process, and ways to respond to them. It will help planners and developers implement current planning guidance and links up with the government’s wider approac to climate change adaptation. … Read publication

Lessons for London: Adapting to climate change

2 June 2006

Lessons for London reviews how other major international cities are managing climate risks. The report identifies international case studies for climate change adaptation and informs the formation of climate adaptation planning policies for London, especially the Further Alterations to the London Plan. … Read publication

A checklist for development: Guidance on designing developments in a changing climate

2 November 2005

The report argues for the principle that developments should be designed to be adapted to the changing climate throughout their lifetime. The guidance covers water re-use and efficiency, reducing flood risk, avoiding overheating and minimising damage from subsidence and heave. … Read publication

The impacts of climate change on London’s transport systems

2 September 2005

This report looks at the challenges faced by London’s transport systems from climate change, what is already being done to address these changes and further actions for consideration. … Read publication

London’s warming: The impacts of climate change on London

2 November 2002

The study looks at a broad range of impacts across issues such as flooding, water resources, health, the built environment, transport and other infrastructure, business, tourism, biodiversity, lifestyles. … Read publication