Develop a Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the State of New Hampshire (ADP Action 8)

Develop a Climate Change Adaptation Plan to support public and private partners and state agencies in the planning and preparation for the episodic and chronic events in New Hampshire that are projected to result from climate change. This Plan should identify actions that proactively prepare for these incidents and minimize their impacts on human health, the natural environment and the built environment (e.g., homes, businesses, roads, bridges, dams). The Plan should include the methodologies for making sure all necessary data are available to decision makers. There is a general lack of urgency for planning for adaptation to climate change. This Plan should provide the necessary education and information to keep New Hampshire moving in a proactive manner as we continue to face developing climate change impacts. The Plan will help our state and our decision makers identify and implement additional critical adaptation strategies.