The upcoming Climate Academy for Local Politicians and experts will focus on „Climate Resilience and Water Management“ in Europe. Hosted by CEMR/PLATFORMA and UCLG, the Academy aims to foster the exchange of information among politicians and experts to inspire the development of climate strategies, plans, and actions. The sessions will showcase examples from the water sector, taking into account EU and international contexts, including decentralized cooperation efforts in Latin America and Africa.
This training will provide insights into climate change mitigation and adaptation linked to water, covering key topics such as disaster reduction, water cycles and services, private investments, water resilience to a changing climate, and risk preparedness and prevention. It will also explore financing options for water and climate resilience. The sessions will be led by renowned experts, including Dr. Jacopo Furlanetto, Dr. Jaroslav Mysiak, and James Hunt, and will be available in both English and Spanish.