This insights paper examines how governments worldwide structure their policies, institutions, and governance systems to adapt to climate change.
Governments play a crucial role in addressing climate change.
They can make their infrastructure more resilient by integrating climate adaptation into strategic planning and prioritisation, regulatory frameworks, and development.
Effective governance structures ensure that policies coordinate, boost investment in resilient infrastructure, and foster collaboration between stakeholders.
This insights paper examines how governments worldwide structure their policies, institutions, and governance systems to tackle infrastructure climate resilience. It highlights successful frameworks and identifies areas for improvement.
It combines insights from global experts, including government officials, private sector stakeholders, infrastructure experts, and international and non-profit organisations.
The paper also incorporates findings from a desk-based review of existing literature, including government documents and policy reports.
This paper explores:
- Governmental structures: national, regional, and local governance frameworks addressing climate resilience.
- Policy frameworks: climate adaptation strategies, legislative mechanisms, and funding approaches.
- Case studies: global examples of successful climate resilience policies and initiatives.
- Challenges and opportunities: key barriers to effective climate resilience governance and potential solutions.
ICE insights paper: how are governments structured to tackle infrastructure climate resilience?
Content type: Policy
Last updated: 04 June 2025
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