Klimato Kaita Lithuania

Summary

Klimato Kaita is the national climate change platform for Lithuania which provides general knowledge on climate change effects and impacts as well as locally relevant information for Lithuanian residents, businesses and the public sector. The page has compiled sources on organisations and initiatives, publications, legal information and reports on climate change in Lithuania.  The Klimato Kaita platform includes educational guides, presentations, infographics and risk maps.

Host organisations: Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service under the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Lithuania

Launch date: 2020

Update status: Ongoing – content is regularly updated with new reports, legal changes, and educational materials.

Funding: Supported by the Lithuanian government

Team: The platform is managed by a communications specialist at the Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service, with additional support from the Climate Research Division within the institution.

Main functions

• Providing general information on climate change and adaptation in Lithuania
• Highlighting adaptation challenges specific to Lithuania
• Compiling legal resources, reports, and scientific publications on climate change
• Listing climate adaptation technologies and best practices
• Offering educational tools, including infographics, risk maps, and guides

Intended audiences

Citizens, local communities, businesses, policymakers, and public sector organizations.

Why the platform was established

The platform was developed to enhance access to climate-related information for Lithuanian citizens and stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making and promoting climate resilience efforts across sectors.