Northern Ireland Environment Link is an intersectoral network devoted to increasing understanding of climate change impacts and risks within Northern Ireland and promoting the adaptation actions necessary to address these.
By acting as a primary point of contact within Northern Ireland for all aspects of climate change, we promote a more coordinated and coherent approach that adds value to the work of our members.
Vision and Mission Statement
“We are a cross-sectoral partnership devoted to understanding and enabling adaptation and mitigation actions in Northern Ireland that can address the climate emergency.”
VISION: A dynamic region resilient to the impacts of climate change and driven by a vibrant low–carbon economy that values the people and the environment of Northern Ireland, benefitting current and future generations.
MISSION: We will increase understanding of the impacts of climate change in Northern Ireland and enable action to address climate change across all sectors of society.
Aims and Objectives
1. Increase co-ordination and awareness on climate change through partnership and clear communication.
2. Support development and implementation of climate policy by enabling the exchange of expertise and advice between Government departments, public bodies, and civil society.
3. Engage the research community to help define and address evidence needs for climate policy and action.
4. Enable delivery of climate action in Northern Ireland by addressing barriers and building capacity at local, regional, and national levels.
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