UBC TALKS about climate and disaster risk preparedness
How to merge long-term climate adaptation measures with responsiveness of the local authorities to possible disaster risks? At the UBC TALKS webinar on 10 June, we'll talk about climate resilience!
As cities face growing challenges from climate change, this edition of the UBC TALKS webinar will explore how to develop practical, scalable solutions to strengthen climate resilience and disaster preparedness. The discussion will feature expert insights, concrete examples and actionable strategies to support local governments in turning risks into opportunities for climate-proof and resilient urban development.
In this webinar we join forces with the UBC Safe Cities Commission for the insights in safety and preparedness! Explore further at the the UBC TALKS webinar about climate and disaster risk preparedness on 10 June 2025 at 9.30–11.00 CEST / 10.30–12.00 EEST.
Agenda: UBC TALKS about climate and disaster risk preparedness
Welcome to the webinar from UBC Safe and Sustainable Cities Commissions
Agnieszka Ilola, Head of Secretariat, UBC Sustainable Cities Commission
Kaspars Vārpiņš, Chairman, UBC Safe Cities Commission
Introduction to the topic and its importance: Understanding local climate resilience and disaster risk management
Antti Mäkelä, Senior Scientist, Finnish Meteorological Institute
Strengthening community preparedness in the Baltic Sea Region
Andriy Martynenko, Adviser, Council of the Baltic Sea States
Showcase of solutions and moderated discussion with experts from Gävle, Kristiansand and Tampere
Erik Glaas, Climate Adaptation Strategist, Gävle Municipality
Annika Kettunen, Climate Change Adaptation Planning Officer, City of Tampere
Øyvind Hellang, Senior Researcher, NORCE Norwegian Research Centre, Kristiansand