What could happen
Heatwaves could...
Risk the health, safety and comfort of customers and staff e.g. - Increased risk of sunburn and sunstroke
Proceed to next step >Increase fire risks
Proceed to next step >Put animal welfare at risk
Proceed to next step >Increase demand for refreshments
Proceed to next step >Change the way in which outdoor areas are used
Proceed to next step >Damage to bitumen-based surfaces, products and sealants from heat. Flat roofs are particularly susceptible but the damage may go unnoticed until the next heavy rains fall - leaking roofs could then cause ceilings to collapse
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Checklist
The climate change checklist guides you through a series of questions to help you assess your business’ level of preparedness and identify areas to work on. Go to Checklist
Top Tips
The most important things you can do to climate-proof your tourism business. Go to Top Tips
Case Studies
Forward-thinking businesses are already starting to prepare for climate change. To learn about some of the actions that they are taking, read our case studies
- Climate South East,
- The South West Change Impacts Partnership,
- Tourism South East,
- South West Tourism