Building resilience to Canberra's changing climate
Our climate in Canberra is changing. We can't stop climate change in its tracks, but we're cutting our emissions to help reduce its impact. In the meantime, we can all take small steps to prepare for change. Knowing what to expect will help you adapt and better withstand a changing climate.
Climate resilient city
Sustainable urban design will help keep Canberra ‘green’ as we adapt to climate change. There are things we can all do to design our homes, landscapes and architecture to keep our city cooler. Create more shade with trees and make your grounds more water absorbent using grasses and shrubs. Avoid excess concrete and choose hardy plants for our climate.
Prepare for extreme events
We’re going to see more storms, flooding, heatwaves and bushfires in the ACT. By acting now, you can prepare for these extreme weather events. Trim trees and clear debris from your garden. Check your insurance coverage. Do a bushfire survival plan.
What the ACT Government is doing
We’re taking actions to make our community more resilient to the changing climate. Using data and modelling, our strategies set ambitious goals. Business, community and government are working together to adapt and respond. We’re supporting renewables and clean tech, while carefully managing our natural and urban environments.
What the ACT community is doing
Community projects are the unsung life blood of the ACT economy. Discover all about local projects that are making a big contribution to our environment.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.