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Biden Administration Unveils New Climate Adaptation Plans

Federal agencies outline strategies to enhance resilience against climate impacts over the next four years.

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Overview

  • EPA's 2024-2027 plan emphasizes facility resilience, climate-ready workforce, and supply chain risk management.
  • More than 20 federal agencies have updated their Climate Adaptation Plans to integrate climate risk into operations.
  • The plans align with the National Climate Resilience Framework and support Biden's Investing in America agenda.
  • Agencies are incorporating climate data and tools to inform decision-making and policy development.
  • Efforts include retrofitting federal buildings, protecting federal lands, and enhancing climate resilience in communities.