How is climate change affecting Paris?
Paris is warming at twice the global average. The city faces more frequent and intense heatwaves, which are especially dangerous in dense urban areas with limited ventilation. These extreme events pose serious risks to the health of older and vulnerable residents.
What action are you taking to address climate change?
Paris is transforming its streets to prioritize people and the planet. Extensive pedestrianisation, green space creation, and support for active travel guarantees inhabitants access to work, school, shops, and services within a short walk or bike ride. It improves air quality and creates a better life quality, even during heatwaves.
What are the benefits? Why is it important?
This approach makes Paris more resilient to climate impacts, while cutting emissions from transport—one of the city’s biggest sources of emissions. It enhances quality of life, reduces noise and air pollution, and fosters vibrant, inclusive neighbourhoods. Paris is showing how climate action can also create cities that are healthier and more connected.