Engaging communities for climate action
We play a key role in supporting regions to engage communities in climate action. By facilitating knowledge exchange, fostering peer learning, and providing access to expert insights, our Policy Learning Platform supports policymakers to develop inclusive and effective climate adaptation strategies.
We recently presented our resources at the European Climate Pact flagship event on 19 March 2025. You can find a summary below of all the support we offer to public authorities in implementing their climate action policies.
Good practice database
The Platform provides a comprehensive repository of good practices, highlighting successful approaches where community engagement has been central to climate adaptation efforts.
From nature-based solutions to citizen-led resilience initiatives, these practices highlight how local actors can contribute to shaping and implementing adaptation policies.
By learning from tested solutions, regions can design policies that are both technically sound but also supported by their communities.
Networking events
Through webinars, workshops, and networking events, the Policy Learning Platform creates opportunities for regions to exchange experiences on engaging communities in climate adaptation.
Recent discussions have focused on participatory governance models, citizen science for climate monitoring, and co-creation of adaptation strategies.
By providing a space for dialogue, the Platform helps regions connect with peers who have successfully mobilised local communities in climate resilience efforts.
Browse through our collection of webinar recordings and workshop insights on engaging communities in climate action.
Bespoke advice
Our Thematic Experts can also support with bespoke advice for policy-makers through matchmakings and peer reviews, enabling peer learning from regions which have already taken a lead.
Insights from these sessions have demonstrated the importance of early community involvement, transparent communication, and co-designing measures. The Thematic Experts that are part of the Policy Learning Platform help regions identify practical and inclusive solutions that align with their socio-economic and environmental contexts.
Browse our collection of peer review insights on engaging communities in climate action.
By providing access to knowledge, people, and expertise, the Policy Learning Platform strengthens the capacity of regions to foster community-driven climate adaptation, ensuring that policies are socially inclusive, locally relevant, and widely supported.
Get involved
Want to take part in the Policy Learning Platform's activities and benefit from its services?
- Browse our good practice database
- Sign up to one of its thematic events
- Get bespoke advice through one of its expert support services
- Sign up to our community of policymakers
And if you did not manage to visit us at the DG-Regio stand during the European Climate Pact flagship event 2025 'Together in action', then get more information about our Platform services on our website.