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Climate change research and consultancy
HR Wallingford is at the forefront of climate change risk assessment in the UK and internationally. We specialise in translating the latest scientific research into practical policy advice, adaptation strategies and decision support tools. We work in partnership with our clients to understand their climate sensitivity and vulnerability, assess their capacity to respond and then implement practical steps to improve their resilience to climate change.
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Climate change risk assessment
Assessing the risks related to the current and predicted impacts of climate change, to a range of time horizons. Developing methodologies to assess risks and vulnerabilities for a whole spectrum of sectors.
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Long term flood risk management strategies
Assessing the potential impacts of climate change on flood risk, and developing long term investment strategies to thereby enhance climate resilience.
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Climate change and water security
Quantifying the impacts of climate change and variability, both physically and economically, on supply and demand, to assess the likely effects upon long term water security.
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Helping companies plan for climate change
Reviewing the way that companies are planning to cope with climate change, and recommending approaches to help integrate climate change adaptation into company strategies.