France, with a temperate climate featuring mild winters and warm summers, is strengthening climate resilience through active engagement in the Mission. Widespread action is under way, with the Centre-Val de Loire Region standing out as a flagship case, advancing climate resilience through tailored technical assistance, regional collaboration, and strategic planning to shape a climate-resilient future.
The Mission in France
France, with a temperate climate featuring mild winters and warm summers, is strengthening climate resilience through active engagement in the Mission. A total of 35 local and regional authorities are participating in Mission Projects, supported by 24 Charter Signatories (regions/local authorities that have signed the Mission Charter and committed to striving toward climate resilience by 2030), and €39.27 million in EU funding has been allocated.
Learn more about the France National Adaptation Hub funded under the EU Mission
AdaptationHubs boosts coordination on climate adaptation, while helping national and local governments to share solutions and strengthen their approaches to managing climate risks.
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Visit the France Climate Adaptation Platform
Climate Adaptation Platforms (CAPs) are national, regional, and local web-based hubs offering datasets, evidence-based information, tools, and case studies to drive climate resilience.
They contribute directly to the Mission by providing access to national, regional, and local climate datasets, evidence-based information and guidance, as well as practical tools and case studies to support adaptation action. Each CAP is tailored to the country, region or community that it serves to support the design and implementation of adaptation strategies and plans.
Many CAPs foster peer-to-peer learning. They also act as gateways for regional and local authorities to engage with wider initiatives and, thereby, align their actions with national and EU priorities.
Learn more about the national support organisations in France: Ministère de la Transition écologique et de la Cohésion des territoires, ADEME (TACCT), ADEME (Territoire Engagé Transition Ecologique), French state (Regional GIEC), Meteo France, French state (Georisques), ADEME (Plus Fraîche ma ville), Observatoire de l’Immobilier Durable (R4re), AWA agri-adapt, French state (DRIAS EAU), Climsnow, and Banque des territoires.
Read real world examples of climate adaptation in France
Greening, shading structures, soil desealing, improved water management, lighter surfaces, and adapting the operation of municipal services contribute to a pleasant and resilient city for the inhabitants of Toulouse.
River and wetland restoration significantly contributes to adapting to the effects of climate change and protecting valuable biodiversity. The Marais Poitevin wetland is the largest wetland on the French Atlantic coast, making it one of the most important wetlands in France.
Climate change is making it harder for mid-mountain ski resorts to stay profitable. Understanding the key challenges helps communities and local authorities find new, sustainable ways to keep mountain tourism thriving.