Urban Governance Toolbox for Climate Adaptation

Cities and municipalities are under threat of climate-related issues such as heavy rain and heat waves. Therefore, the European Union and the German Federal Ministry of Research and Education established the SMARTilience program to support cities and municipalities in implementing resilient planning strategies. As part of the project, Drees & Sommer co-developed the "Urban Governance Toolbox" website, where municipal employees can find helpful tips and suggestions for designing implementation processes for climate protection and adaptation. In addition, Drees & Sommer was commissioned to apply and adapt this toolbox in the City of Mannheim in order to ensure optimal handling for other cities and municipalities. The presentation will reflect on the lessons-learned in the integrated strategies for the implementation of the Toolbox recommendations.