Resources
We have created a list of useful information and resources about preparing for the impacts of climate change in Tayside. From what to do in extreme weather such as a floods, heatwaves and storms, to finding a climate or biodiversity project happening near you.
Prepare for climate change and extreme weather
Local People And Communities
Ready Scotland’s Severe Weather guidance, how to stay safe and well during severe weather such as heatwaves, flooding, storms and snow
NHS How to cope in heatwaves and hot weather
Scottish Flood Forum, resources and support for individuals and communities at risk from flooding
SEPA’s Floodline, live flooding information and advice on how to prepare for or cope with the impacts of flooding 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Flood Assist information on insuring and protecting your home
Traffic Scotland Tips for driving in the rain and floods, plus information on road closures
Ready Scotland’s Resilient Communities, checklists and emergency planning resources to help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from challenges
EWS’ Guide to Building Maintenance in a Changing Climate
Introduction to Climate Adaptation what climate adaptation is, why it is needed and how to do it well.
Community Climate Adaptation Routemap, actions that communities can take to build their resilience to climate change
Adaptation Scotland website , further resources and case studies to help communities prepare for climate change
NatureScot’s nature-based solutions explains longer-term, nature-based ways to protect against flooding and storms
Businesses, Charities & Community Organisations
SME Climate Resilience Checklist, practical actions that businesses can take to minimise disruptions from extreme weather and identify opportunities for new offerings
A Guide to Adaptation Climate Finance resources to help finance climate resilience and adaptation projects in Scotland
EWS’ Guide to Building Maintenance in a Changing Climate
Climate Hazards and Resilience in the Workplace a handbook to help businesses identify and respond to climate related hazards that impact their workers
NHS How to cope in heatwaves and hot weather
Introduction to Climate Adaptation what climate adaptation is, why it is needed and how to do it well.
Tips for driving in the rain and floods | Traffic Scotland you can also find information on road closures here.
Nature-based solutions | NatureScot explains some of the longer-term solutions to protect against flooding and storms
Land Managers
Nature Scot’s Land and Sea Management information about nature-based solutions and other land management practices that can help prepare for climate change impacts
Forestry Land Scotland’s Climate Emergency information about how they plan to adapt to climate change
Nature-based solutions | NatureScot explains some of the longer-term solutions to protect against flooding and storms
Public Sector
Public Sector Climate Adaptation Capability Framework key capabilities and tasks for public sector organisations to prepare and adapt to climate change
Adaptation Scotland website further resources, case studies and a network to help the public sector adapt to climate change and report on their progress
Introduction to Climate Adaptation what climate adaptation is, why it is needed and how to do it well
A Guide to Adaptation Climate Finance resources to help finance climate resilience and adaptation projects in Scotland
Climate Just website, vulnerability mapping tool, advice, guidance and case studies of just adaptation to climate change
Climate Hazards and Resilience in the Workplace a handbook to help organisations identify and respond to climate related hazards that impact their workers
EWS’ Guide to Building Maintenance in a Changing Climate
Water Resilient Dundee - Water Resilient Dundee Scottish Water and Dundee City Council (DCC) working together to develop new ways to manage intense rainfall and stormwater flooding to create future-proofed, flood-resilient communities.
Facts And Data
Water Resilient Dundee - Water Resilient Dundee Scottish Water and Dundee City Council (DCC) working together to develop new ways to manage intense rainfall and stormwater flooding to create future-proofed, flood-resilient communities.
Climate Change Trends and Projections for Scotland
Perth and Kinross’ Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
Publications From Climate Ready Tayside
Find a local project
Whole region
Home - Bioregioning Tayside Reconnecting people with natural systems across Tayside.
Climate Café® - Building community cohesion and resilience through informal, inspiring gatherings to share ideas, information and get involved in climate action.
Angus
Dundee
Sustainable Dundee Developed by Dundee City Council to facilitate climate action and engagement by individuals, businesses and organisations.
Changemakers Hub - Community led action on climate change in Dundee.
Transition Dundee | Climate Change | Social Enterprise – Community led Social Enterprise focussed on improving sustainability, circular economy and food security.
Water Resilient Dundee - Water Resilient Dundee Scottish Water and Dundee City Council (DCC) working together to develop new ways to manage intense rainfall and stormwater flooding to create future-proofed, flood-resilient communities.