This local authority adaptation strategy serves as the primary instrument at a local level to:
- Ensure a proper comprehension of the key risks and vulnerabilities of climate change.
- Bring forward the implementation of climate resilient actions in a planned and proactive manner.
- Ensure that climate adaptation considerations are mainstreamed into all plans and policies and integrated into all operations and functions of the LA.
The strategy serves Waterford City & County Council in its main capacities namely:
- As an organisation with an obligation towards customer service, a focus on effectiveness in business, improving efficiencies and maintaining staff welfare.
- In the delivery of services and functions across the administrative and geographical area of Waterford city and county.
- In accordance with the provisions of the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Act 2015 this adaptation strategy is required to be adopted by members of WCCC.
