Policies and Plans

The national heat protection plan describes measures that are taken at a federal level in cooperation with the federal states and GeoSphere Austria during a extreme heat event, particularly during longer-lasting heat waves.

The emphasis of the Heat Action Plan is on heat-related ad-hoc measures and on measures that must be taken at relatively short notice to be well prepared for hot spells during the summer months.

The National Heat Protection Plan Austria outlines a coordinated, cross-sectoral strategy to prevent health impacts during extreme heat, focusing on clear responsibilities, rapid information flow, and protection of vulnerable groups.

In cooperation with the Tirol Kliniken, the regional government has launched a broad heat protection campaign highlighting five practical tips on how to behave appropriately during periods of extreme heat.

The Styrian heat protection plan recommends the development of strategies, plans and packages of measures to ensure that the population is as well prepared as possible for days of heat stress and to effectively handle public health tasks.

The Austrian Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change was adopted by the Council of Ministers in October 2012 and was endorsed by the Provincial Governors’ Conference in May 2013.

The objective of the Austrian adaptation strategy is to avoid the adverse effects of climate change on the environment, society, and the economy and to fully utilize any opportunities that may arise.