Webinar: Policing, climate vulnerabilities and pathways of resilience

It is widely accepted that human-induced climate change poses ‘severe, interconnected and irreversible risks’ to ecosystems, biodiversity, and human societies (IPCC, 2022). The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events have had significant impacts on local communities, infrastructure, and police and emergency responders.

This webinar will present research findings from different international jurisdictions and consider ways in which police and partner agencies are preparing for, responding to, and adapting to the pervasive effects of the climate crisis. By drawing on data from different geographic contexts, the session aims to draw attention to the wide-ranging structural, societal, and individual climate vulnerabilities and the role of local emergency services (including the police) and community-based actors in building local resilience and contributing to climate adaptation.