Climate change

Overview

The Earth's climate is changing. Rising global temperatures will bring changes in weather patterns, rising sea levels and increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather.

We need to avoid making the problem worse, so cutting carbon emissions is a priority. But all of us - individuals, businesses, Government and public authorities - will also need to adapt our behaviour to respond to the challenges of climate change.

Contact us if you can't find information you're looking for or to offer comments and suggestions for this section. adaptation@defra.gsi.gov.uk