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Council adopts Climate Adaptation Plan

The Climate Adaptation Plan will support Council adapt to climate risks in relation to Council infrastructure, service delivery, population and agriculture and industry in our region. The development of a Climate Adaptation Plan was a key action in Council's Environmental Sustainability Strategy and Energy Reduction Plan which aims to reduce Council's greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2020, to reduce Council's climate impact.

Greater Shepparton Mayor Cr Dinny Adem said climate change posed a real and significant risk to Council’s services, infrastructure and the community.

“We have seen in recent times a number of extreme weather events which are already impacting Council and the community. We saw extreme rainfall throughout winter and spring which resulted in temporary road closures and significant repair costs,” Cr Adem said.

“This plan means that Council will be better equipped to manage these significant events which are likely to become more frequent over time.”

The plan is available on Council’s website www.greatershepparton.com.au