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The London Councils’ Climate team has released a new report, “London Leading: Case Studies in Climate Resilience Leadership,” which showcases how London boroughs are prioritizing climate adaptation and making progress in this area. The report identifies five areas of Climate Resilience Leadership and provides recommendations for implementation. The report highlights 12 case studies from London boroughs, demonstrating how they are embedding resilience, collaborating, using data, and empowering leaders. The findings suggest that mainstreaming climate adaptation across all council levels and services is crucial, and that every officer should be considered a climate change officer. The report emphasizes the importance of senior leadership in ensuring that climate adaptation and resilience become a priority. The case studies demonstrate innovative approaches, such as developing climate resilience and adaptation strategies, conducting climate risk assessments, and engaging citizens in heatwave planning. Overall, the report aims to inspire and support London boroughs in their climate adaptation efforts.

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