The Region of Western Greece (RWG) recognizes that Climate change has already begun and is expected to continue, with its effects becoming increasingly evident. Key observations and concerns include:

• A rise in extreme weather events, such as floods and droughts.
• Significant and wide-ranging adverse effects on:
  
  o The environment and ecosystems
  o The economy and society
  o Human health and overall well-being

At national level, the most vulnerable sectors are affected by climate change:

• Water resources management
• Forest ecosystems management
• Agriculture, livestock, and aquaculture
• Public health
• Land and coastal infrastructure
• Energy
• The built environment
• Tourism

The Key Community Systems (KCS) that have been prioritized by the RWG are those that are expected to moderate to high short-term vulnerability, focusing on targeted adaptation policies on the sectors that are most exposed to climate change risks. In alignment with the approved Adaptation Plan to Climate Change for the RWG, both the Region Flood Risk Management Plan and Water Basins Management Plan are currently being reassessed to ensure strategic alignment with regional climate resilience goals.

These plans primarily focus on Water Management and Climate-proofing of critical public infrastructure of the KCS and are being re-evaluated to align with shared goals for climate resilience. Recognizing the emerging and existing needs for coordinated actions, RWG also participates in the LIFE-IP AdaptinGR project. LIFE-IP AdaptinGR aims at supporting the implementation of the National Adaptation Strategy and the 13 Regional Adaptation Action Plans during the 1st policy cycle (2016-2025), while preparing the transition to the next policy cycle (2026+), through appropriate multilevel actions (national, regional and local level).