In response to the impacts of climate change on the built environment, the ASBEC Climate Change Task Group have launched a ten-point framework aimed at improving the resilience of our urban communities against extreme weather events and predicted future climate change.

The Built Environment Adaptation Framework proposes solutions to facilitate adaptation.

It has been informed by surveys of ASBEC’s membership about the gaps in policy and the specific needs of the built environment, and will help governments capture the significant potential benefits of early action.

The intention of this document is to propose a clear and comprehensive policy approach, by:

• starting a constructive discussion about the risks, impacts, and implications of climate change associated with the built environment;
• providing information on climate change risks and adaptation policy options, to improve understanding around the issues;
• creating a basis for governments and others across the built environment to implement a strategic public policy approach to adaptation; and
• establishing a dialogue and potential platform for joint action by industry and government on adaptation.

Click HERE to download the Built Environment Adaptation Framework.

Click HERE to download the “Preparing for Change – A Climate Change Adaptation Framework for the Built Environment” Report.

Click HERE to download the media release.