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117: How is community-centred climate adaptation being nurtured and delivered?
Climate change adaptation is often discussed in terms of plans, policies and infrastructure, but what does it actually take to build climate-resilient communities?
In this episode, Jen Roberts and Matt Hannon explore how adaptation is being delivered in practice, the role communities play in inspiring, shaping and leading resilience, and what we've learned about what works – and what doesn’t. Joined by Jo Kerr, CEO of Verture, the climate resilience charity, they discuss the importance of locally led action, partnership working, and ensuring climate resilience goes hand in hand with social justice. Together, they unpack the key ingredients for nurturing and delivering community-centred climate adaptation.
Links:
Verture website: https://verture.org.uk/
Adaptation Scotland: Home - Adaptation Scotland
Climate Change Committee report A Well Adapted UK: https://www.theccc.org.uk/publication/a-well-adapted-uk/
116: What happens when multiple climate change hazards collide?
As our climate changes, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe. But what happens when multiple climate hazards occur at the same time—or in quick succession?
In this episode, Jen Roberts and Matt Hannon explore the concept of climate hazard stacking and what it means for climate resilience. How common are these overlapping risks already, and how might they change in a future shaped by more extreme weather? What challenges do they create for communities, infrastructure and decision-makers—and how should adaptation strategies respond?
To unpack these questions, they are joined by Professor Chris White, Professor in Climate Extremes and Resilience at the University of Strathclyde and an expert on multi-hazard risks across systems and society. Chris explains why understanding climate hazards in combination, rather than in isolation, is essential for building resilient communities and preparing for a changing climate.
115: Dispatches From the Grid Frontline: How the UK’s Grid Expansion Is Impacting Communities and What We Can Do About It.
Expanding the UK’s electricity grid is essential for delivering net zero—but what does it mean for the communities hosting this new infrastructure?
In this episode, Matt Hannon and Jen Roberts explore the experiences of people living on the frontline of the UK’s grid expansion. Joined by Clare Harris of the Local Storytelling Exchange and David Murray formerly of Sustainability First, they discuss the impacts on local communities and how network companies can deliver a fairer, more inclusive energy transition.
114: What Do the UK Elections Tell Us About Net Zero?
Public attitudes play a crucial role in shaping climate policy—but what can the May 2026 election results tell us about how people really feel about net zero?
In this episode, Matt and Jen reflect on the outcomes of the UK’s devolved administration and local council elections in May 2026 and explore what they might reveal about public views on sustainability and climate change. Are current approaches to net zero resonating with voters, or is there a need to rethink how climate action is framed and delivered?
