European regions and communities still face difficulties adapting to climate-related hazards – mostly because they lack the right knowledge. The EU-funded REGILIENCE+ project aims to bridge this gap by sharing the latest, most practical adaptation solutions with local and regional authorities. The project will collect 150 proven adaptation solutions and transform them into 70+ hands-on materials, trainings and activities tailored to different regional contexts and needs. These outputs will empower regional and national actors, and feed into important platforms such as Climate-ADAPT and the Mission Implementation Platform. REGILIENCE+ opens the door to faster, smarter and more systemic climate adaptation across Europe’s diverse communities by making knowledge more approachable and actionable.

The Regions4Climate project brings together 44 partners from 13 different European countries to demonstrate innovations that enhance societal resilience to the impacts of climate change, in line with the Paris Agreement and the EU Green Deal. Based on cross-sectoral strategies created by and for people, the project partners will collaboratively develop and implement novel social, technological, digital, business, governance, and environmental solutions to reinforce adaptive capacity and minimise vulnerability to climate impacts.

Pathways2Resilience accelerates climate adaptation in Europe. Supporting the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, the Pathways2Resilience programme will empower European regions and communities to co-design locally-led pathways towards a climate-resilient future, providing them with guidance adaptable to local needs.

CARDIMED aims to enhance Climate Resilience in the Mediterranean by mainstreaming Nature-based Solutions in systemic transformation. The project, a part of the EU mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, will demonstrate 47 different types of Nature-based Solutions through 83 interventions across 10 regions and 20 locations. Participating communities will establish the CARDIMED Resilience Alliance, which will function as the vehicle for expanding the network via upscaling the existing sites and adding new ones. The project expects to have 28 regions and 70 communities in the network by 2030, create 8000 jobs in the NBS sector, and mobilize over 450 M€ in climate investment. 

MULTICLIMACT is a Horizon Europe project dedicated to enhancing the resilience of Europe's built environment against increasing natural and climatic hazards. By developing a toolkit comprising 18 reliable, easy-to-implement, and cost-efficient design methods, materials, and digital solutions, the project aims to mitigate risks associated with floods, earthquakes, and heatwaves. These solutions are tested across four diverse pilot sites in Italy, Spain, Latvia, and the Netherlands, each representing different geographical locations, hazards, and socio-economic systems. MULTICLIMACT's integrated approach aligns with international and European initiatives on climate-resilient urban planning, placing the built environment and human resilience at the forefront of adaptation measures.

RescueME represents an innovative data-driven, community-based, heritage-centric actionable landscape approach to resilience enhancement can protect our cultural heritage and landscapes while supporting the transition toward a green society and economy that sustains resilient, cohesive, nature-connected communities.

Commit2Green collaborates with 8 European cities to design and implement innovative, nature-based solutions that support climate resilience and urban sustainability. These cities serve as pilot sites for testing and scaling effective approaches.

CLIMATEFIT is a Horizon Europe project that helps accelerate climate change adaptation by strengthening climate-resilient financing and investment across Europe. The project addresses the growing adaptation finance gap by building the capacity of public authorities to attract, structure and coordinate public and private funding, while enabling financial and investment entities to identify and support resilient investment opportunities. CLIMATEFIT works with a diverse set of territories across Southern, Eastern and Northwestern Europe to co-design innovative investment strategies, develop scalable investment plans and pilot bankable adaptation cases. By establishing Local Resilience Taskforces and a European network, the project fosters collaboration between public and private stakeholders, develops practical tools and methodologies and supports EU adaptation and sustainable finance policies, contributing to a more climate-resilient Europe.

The EU-funded NBRACER project promotes the creation of climate-resilient, safe, green, clean, healthy and equitable regions through the strategic using of nature-based solutions rooted in biogeographic landscapes. It also empowers communities with transformative actions. Specifically, NBRACER collaborates with European Atlantic regions to develop nature-based solutions that are suited to the local area. These solutions are then scaled up into regional packages and integrated into adaptation strategies with the support of the community.

Land4Climate is a European project supporting climate resilience in regions exposed to floods, droughts, wildfires and biodiversity loss. It promotes the uptake of Nature-based Solutions on private land, recognising landowners as key actors in climate adaptation. The project addresses barriers such as limited incentives, fragmented governance and insufficient business models for NbS implementation on privately owned land. Through testing and demonstration in frontrunner regions, Land4Climate develops innovative land policy instruments, financing mechanisms and governance approaches that enable multifunctional NbS deployment. The project connects public authorities, landowners, researchers and local stakeholders to co-create solutions and replicate successful practices across continental bio-geographical regions. Its outcomes support sustainable land management, climate adaptation and the mainstreaming of NBS across Europe.

AdaptationHubs is an EU-funded flagship initiative under the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, supporting countries to better prepare for climate change. The project is building a network of 27 National Adaptation Hubs across Europe – one in each Member State – to improve coordination, share solutions, and strengthen the way climate risks are managed at national, regional and local levels. Through peer learning and targeted exchanges, it helps reduce fragmentation and accelerate effective adaptation action across Europe.

RECREATE (Reliability and Effectiveness of Integrated Alternative Water Resources Management for Regional Climate Change Adaptation) is a Horizon Europe project that aims to strengthen water resilience in regions facing increasing water stress due to climate change. Across Europe, water scarcity is becoming more frequent and severe, affecting people, ecosystems and economies. RECREATE supports the integration of Alternative Water Resources (AWR), such as treated wastewater, desalinated water, rainwater and aquifer recharge, into regional and local water management strategies. These alternatives can complement conventional sources, helping to secure safe, reliable and sustainable water supplies.

Urban ReLeaf is a Horizon Europe project that promotes collaboration between local communities and public authorities to address urgent climate issues related to urban greenspace planning, heat stress, and air pollution.

Together with six European cities, the project nurtures citizen-powered environmental monitoring projects that bring the benefits of nature to everyone. Urban ReLeaf focuses on community placemaking, public sector innovation, and tailored strategies to reach a common goal of creating greener, more just and resilient cities for all.

Marine and oceanic ecosystems and ecology are crucial to the Earth’s climate, many land ecosystems, and the economy and sustainability of many islands, waterfront cities, regions, and countries. To help protect these ecosystems and communities, the Mission Ocean and Waters (MOW) has been working to introduce innovative policies. The EU-funded CO-WATERS (Coalition of Waterfront Cities, Regions and Islands) project will build on the efforts and growing momentum of MOW by developing and encouraging a coalition of waterfront cities, regions, islands, and other stakeholders to help implement innovative policies and plans. Furthermore, it will introduce these parties to a range of knowledge-exchange, support, and networking services to better equip them to systematically and efficiently enhance their engagement.