Tools & Resources

Tools and Resources for Climate Action

There are a huge number of resources to assist climate action.  The resources presented here have been recommended by CAWG members. Draw on these to unite climate action and your work in the heritage profession!

Resources
Year
File name
Description
2023
Updates the threat of climate change to World Heritage sites, focusing on their value, integrity, and local development potential.
2023
Summarizes the state of knowledge on heritage and climate change, identifying research gaps from an international meeting.
2023
Explores the impact of climate change on living heritage and its role in sustainability and community development.
2021
Advocates integrating cultural heritage in Europe's Green Deal, offering policy and stakeholder views for review.
2024
First component of the ICOMOS Responsible Practice Toolkit, introducing tools for sustainable meetings and carbon footprint calculation.
2019
Landmark report connecting cultural heritage and climate, guiding ICOMOS's broad engagement and identifying key themes for action.