Adaptation pyramids
Make plans towards action
The Adaptation Pyramid is a visual method for building climate-resilient systems. It helps governments and communities set ambitions and define actions for climate adaptation. The pyramid supports ambition setting in two ways. First, it encourages looking at the bigger picture by considering a balanced mix of three types of adaptation: transformative, incremental, and reactive adaptation. Second, it helps to clearly identify and define specific goals, targets, and actions.
Moving towards a robust climate-proof system
Adaptation planning
The tool requires no technical expertise
Easy to use
Stakeholders planning for the longer term
For planners and policy makers
Structured dialogue
Workshop
Why use this tool?
Identify a set of adaptation goals, targets, and actions.
Designed for policy makers with limited technical resources.
Monitor your progress on climate adaptation
Provides a structured starting point for adaptation planning.
Get started
Learn how to use the pyramid at the website of Climate Adaptation Services
“Before the workshop, I thought adaptation was just about planting drought-resistant crops. Now I see it’s about planning, partnerships, and thinking long-term for our whole community.”
Where has it worked already?
Workshops in Nairobi, Kenya
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This workshop form was developed by Climate Adaptation Services (CAS). The material was last updated in 2024.
For any questions, feel free to contact us at sophie@climateadaptationservices.com
