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Driving innovative solutions to mitigate climate change.

Climate change is the defining crisis of our time. From extreme heat, drought and wildfires to more severe coastal storms, sea-level rise and inland flooding, the consequences of climate change are all around us. The emergency management community is challenged by more severe, frequent, widespread and costly disasters.

To better manage these threats, FEMA is committed to enhancing the nation's capability to anticipate, prepare for, and adapt to future climate conditions.

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Addressing the impacts of climate change starts with advancing climate literacy across the nation.

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Climate data services provide insight and enable informed decision-making.

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Climate resilient solutions are a critical step for mitigating climate change and enhancing resilience.

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Read a fact sheet to understand FEMA's role in and resources for addressing climate change.

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