Other national and international resources
Key places to find further information on climate adaptation nationally and internationally
International partners
Eionet: European Environment Information and Observation Network (Eionet) is a partnership network of the European Environment Agency (EEA) and its 38 member and cooperating countries.
EEA: European Environment Agency - agency of the European Union which provides independent information on the environment.
Climate Adapt: Climate-ADAPT aims to support Europe in adapting to climate change helping users to access and share data and information on climate change in Europe; vulnerability of regions and sectors; EU, national and transnational adaptation strategies and actions; adaptation case studies and tools that support adaptation planning.
REACHOUT Triple-A Toolkit: the toolkit is a set of resources designed to assist cities in understanding climate change risks and opportunities, prioritising adaptation measures, and developing effective adaptation strategies. It encompasses tools, visualisations, best practices, and learning modules, all aimed at building urban resilience. The toolkit also showcases practical applications through city case studies, demonstrating its versatility across diverse urban contexts.
National bodies
Met Éireann: action, research, and standardised climate projections and coordination of climate services and the National Framework for Climate Services. Met Éireann Climate Services focuses on timely production and provision of high-quality data and products to decision makers. These services support Irish society and help to facilitate the development and evaluation of adaptation and mitigation strategies for Ireland. They also provide secretariat services to the National Framework for Climate Services.
Geological Survey Ireland: action and research on groundwater-related flooding, landslide susceptibility mapping and coastal vulnerability. Geological Survey Ireland outputs include data, maps and models and are aimed at partners in planning, resource management and in advisory services. GSI funds research and makes data available to researchers in climate action and climate studies.
Office of Public Works: co-ordinates Ireland’s whole-of-Government approach to flood risk management. The OPW assesses and maps flood hazard and risk, for future scenarios taking account of the potential impacts of climate change, as well as for present-day conditions. The flood maps are published through the flood information portal, and available as open data. The flood information portal also sets out what measures are in place, in-hand or planned for managing the flood risk to communities around the country. In October 2023, the OPW was assigned responsibility for the technical assessment of coastal change, and is currently developing coastal erosion hazard mapping for the country.
Environmental Protection Agency: regulation and assessment of the environment, strategic environmental assessment, research, international climate engagement, climate risk, emissions statistics and trading as well as carbon-border adjustment mechanisms. The EPA is responsible for protecting and improving the environment as a valuable asset for the people of Ireland. The EPA provides environmental data, assessments and evidence to inform decision making and implements effective regulation and environmental compliance systems.
Marine Institute: action and research on ocean climate and marine climate adaptation. The Marine Institute Ocean and Climate Services team works across three core areas: observing our ocean, ocean modelling, and climate services. They collect ocean data, develop and operate models to produce ocean forecasts in Irish waters, and assist government departments and local authorities with climate services and climate adaptation.
Other national resources
National Framework for Climate Services: coordination of the standardisation of national climate data and information to inform risk assessment and adaptation planning. The NFCS coordinates collaboration between the climate information providers in Ireland and the users in order to facilitate the creation of user-driven climate services.
Climate Action Regional Offices: coordinating local government to deliver measurable and impactful climate action at local and regional levels. The CAROs support local authorities by building on the existing experience and expertise across the sector, helping them to empower communities and businesses to engage and embrace climate action.
Climate Change Advisory Council: provides evidence-based advice and recommendations on policy to support Ireland's just transition to a biodiversity rich, environmentally sustainable, climate neutral and resilient society. They provide carbon budget proposals to Government, provide inputs and feedback into Sectoral Adaptation Plan development as well as Annual Review reports on Ireland’s progress in response to climate change.
Climate Smart: free interactive workshops, quizzes, and games to teach secondary-school students about climate adaptation planning.