word

Climate Resilience

KLY-mit reh-ZIL-yents

/ˈklaɪmɪt rɪˈzɪliəns/

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Syllable breakdown

climateresilience

Dictionary meaning

The capacity of social, economic, and ecosystems to cope with a hazardous event, trend, or disturbance related to climate change, responding or reorganizing in ways that maintain their essential function, identity, and structure

Examples

Cities are investing in climate resilience by upgrading stormwater infrastructure and expanding green spaces.

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