Climate Change
The City of London is assessing the vulnerability of its trees to climate change, while other councils continue to address climate-related financial disclosures and environmental programmes.
In November 2026, a report warned that 56.2% of trees in the City of London are vulnerable to the effects of climate change, with only 30.3% rated as moderately or highly suitable for future conditions. This assessment covered 1,684 trees in the Square Mile.
In September 2026, Hackney's Pensions Committee approved its Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report. Waltham Forest's Climate Scrutiny Committee discussed its Electric Vehicle Charging Programme and Tree Service in September 2026. Redbridge's Clean and Green Committee agreed to focus on green spaces and biodiversity in July 2026.
Southwark's Council Assembly is scheduled to discuss climate change in November 2026. Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, particularly those caused by human activities. These shifts can impact various aspects, including environmental issues like water pollution and flooding.
Key facts
- A report in November 2026 warned that 56.2% of trees in the City of London had low suitability for, or were vulnerable to, future climate conditions. Source
- An assessment of 1,684 trees in the City of London found that 30.3% were rated moderate or high suitability for future climate conditions. Source
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