Climate change refers to changes in the earth’s temperature over the last 100 years. Since 1900, the average temperature on the planet has increased by 0.74 degrees Celsius and the UK's sea level has risen by about 10 centimetres. Further global rises are expected, as well as more extreme weather events like flooding and drought.

For further information on climate change please refer to the following websites:

Direct Gov

The  Government provide advice and support on climate change on their website.

Act on co2

The Energy Saving Trust

The Energy Saving Trust is a non profit making organisation that provides advice on climate change and energy efficiency advice.

UKCIP

The UK Climate Impacts Programme (UKCIP) helps firms access how they may be affected by climate impacts and how to adapt to those risks and opportunities.