Climate change measures: Understanding Mitigation and Adaptation
What is mitigation?
Mitigation measures are designed to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs) stemming from human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and energy production, in an effort to slow down or halt climate change.
What is adaptation?
Adaptation measures focus on reducing vulnerability to climate change impacts by preparing for and adjusting to the current and expected effects, such as extreme weather events (heatwaves, heavy rainfall), with the aim of enhancing resilience.
Through our engagement and work with citizens, we have come to realize that there is widespread confusion regarding the distinction between mitigation and adaptation actions when it comes to addressing climate change. Many people tend to mix up these two concepts, which can create challenges in fully understanding how different strategies contribute to the broader fight against climate change.
To address this confusion and improve public understanding, we created an infographic that clearly delineates the difference between these two vital concepts. The infographic has been designed as a user-friendly tool that visually explains how both adaptation and mitigation contribute to a comprehensive approach to combating climate change. By providing this resource, we hope to make these concepts more accessible to a wider audience, fostering a better understanding of the actions needed at various levels to effectively tackle the climate crisis.
