Outermost Regions: facing climate change, leading on adaptation
The European Union’s nine Outermost Regions, from the Caribbean to the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean, are on the frontline of climate change. Despite their vulnerability, they are pioneers in adaptation, testing solutions that can inspire the rest of Europe.
Through REGILIENCE and sister projects, we launched a dedicated campaign to showcase their unique challenges, innovative practices, and policy needs. This page brings together the main outcomes: opinion articles, insights from EURESFO25, and the joint policy brief.
Opinion articles
As part of the campaign, experts and practitioners shared their perspectives on adaptation in the ORs:
EURESFO25 Session
At the European Urban Resilience Forum 2025, REGILIENCE convened a session dedicated to Outermost Regions. Policymakers, researchers, and local representatives exchanged on:
Shared climate challenges
Opportunities for cooperation across ORs and continental Europe
The role of ORs as “living labs” for resilience and innovation
Policy brief
The joint policy brief underlines that, with the right support, outermost regions can become leaders in climate resilience. It calls for:
Integrated approaches across energy, agriculture and water
Localized data collection through regional expertise
Stronger regional cooperation
Responsible tourism and diversified economies
Full inclusion of ORs in EU programmes, classifications, and funding