Transport (adaptation)

Climate change adaptation in transport includes:

  • Infrastructure: Protecting, maintaining, and strengthening transportation infrastructure from climate change damage. This can include:

    • Using new materials that can withstand extreme temperatures

    • Climate proofing underground tunnels

    • Relocating infrastructure that's past its lifetime or can be severely damaged

    • Restoring natural floodplains

    • Consolidating hill slopes near roads and railways with tree planting and maintenance

  • Operations: Adjusting services, equipment, and procedures to adapt to the future effects of climate change. This can include:

    • Considering higher temperatures when tendering for new vehicles

    • Upgrading older equipment

    • Developing contingency plans

    • Using real-time information systems

  • Routes: Avoiding new mass transit corridors in flood-prone areas

  • Fuel: Using alternative fuels in vehicles to help conserve fuel and reduce emissions

  • Drainage: Improving drainage or earthworks

  • Stormwater management: Using proper stormwater management techniques

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