We are witnessing increasingly extreme weather, so targeted policies are needed to address the specific challenges of rural communities

We need to look for nature-based solutions that increase the resilience of rural areas and help preserve biodiversity.

We are witnessing more and more extreme weather events, so targeted policies are needed to address the unique challenges of rural communities.

I drew attention to this at the 161st plenary session of the European Committee of the Regions.

The challenges of water scarcity in mountainous and isolated regions need to be taken into account in revisions of legislation and new developments.

Local and regional authorities are working on this, but we also need strong support from the Commission, with financial resources.

Restoring wetlands, replanting forests and improving overall resilience can only happen if we have not only financial resources but also good practices.