UK land use projections and the implications for climate change mitigation and adaptation

The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) is an independent, statutory body established under the 2008 Climate Change Act. The CCC and Adaptation Sub-Committee (ASC) are tasked with: • Providing advice to the UK Government and Devolved Administrations on emissions targets and the current and future risks to the country from climate change; and • Reporting to Parliament on progress made in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preparing for climate change. Land use is relevant to the CCC and ASC’s advice and analy...