Climate adaptation

Queensland’s climate is changing. Adaptation action is essential for the continued prosperity of our communities, our environment and our economy. The Queensland Climate Adaptation Strategy 2017–2030 (PDF, 2MB) (Q-CAS) provides a framework to ensure Queensland becomes more climate resilient and manages the risks associated with a changing climate.

The Q-CAS is centred around a partnership approach that recognises that climate change is everyone’s responsibility, and that a collaborative approach is needed to ensure resilience is embedded in Queensland’s diverse economies, landscapes and communities.

The Queensland Government is committed to working closely with communities, industry and local governments across different regions and sectors to strengthen their resilience and support their decision making and adaptation actions by providing them with the latest science, information and resources.

The Q-CAS is delivered across four pathways: