Earlier in May, Dr Qian Ke and Dr Pamela Duran Diaz from IHS successfully conducted two online sessions on the fundamentals and concepts of climate risk and adaptation, as well as global practices on stakeholder engagement in climate adaptation. This series of sessions is a direct response to the pressing issue of climate change in Chinese coastal cities.
More about the sessions
China's delta cities, during rapid urbanisation and economic growth, are alarmingly vulnerable to climate change impacts. The rising sea levels intensified storms, and increased flooding they face pose significant threats to infrastructure, agriculture, and livelihoods. It is imperative that we act swiftly and decisively to address these challenges. A roadmap report as a main deliverable for this project will provide guideline for the pilot city on climate adaption and resilience planning in the next ten years. Additional sessions focusing on climate risk assessment and global best practices in climate adaptation will be held in June.
In partnership with
The International Panel on Deltas and Coastal Areas (IPDC) and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of China (MEE) support a collaboration between IHS, DSBP Consultants, and GCA China. This partnership aims to implement China's National Climate Adaptation Strategy 2035. The initiative includes developing pilot cities and providing technical support to Weihai City in Shandong Province, Dalian City in Liaoning Province, and Fuzhou City in Fujian Province. These efforts, ongoing from December 2023 to June 2024, are designed to enhance the cities' capacity to plan, design, and execute climate resilience policies and programs.
Project lead
Dr Qian Ke is a specialist in the Urban Sustainability and Climate Change Resilience Department at IHS. She is involved in teaching on the Urban Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change Master track, and other research and advisory projects. Her research interest is mainly in the field of flood risk management, numerical modelling and nature-based solutions to address water issues in the context of climate change.
Final report
On 26 July 2024, the project 'Supporting China’s Pilot on Resilient Cities: Key Recommendations for Weihai’s 2035 Agenda' ended in Weihai, China. Organised by GCA China and the Weihai Municipal Government, the project's final report offers strategic guidance for urban climate resilience planning from 2025 to 2035, marking a significant step towards enhancing Weihai's climate resilience. Detailed insights on climate risk assessment, spatial planning, and disaster recovery planning are provided, aiming to ensure sustainable development and an improved quality of life for Weihai's residents.
Download the full report below for more information.
