Better adaptation methods are needed in the face of rapid climate change. A pilot process for inclusive adaptation planning reveals that empowering citizens to identify climate impacts, and to discuss interventions to adapt to them, leads to better awareness of and preparedness for future climate change events.
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This is a summary of: Oliver, T. H. et al. Empowering citizen-led adaptation to systemic climate change risks. Nat. Clim. Change https://doi.org/10.1038/s41558-023-01712-6 (2023).
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Citizen-led planning increases climate change impact awareness and preparedness. Nat. Clim. Chang. 13, 615–616 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41558-023-01713-5
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