Art. 8 Federal Act of September 30, 2022, on Climate Protection Goals, Innovation, and Strengthening Energy Security (LCI) - Adaptation and Protection Against the Effects of Climate Change

Within the scope of their competencies, the Confederation and the cantons ensure that the necessary measures for adaptation and protection against the effects of climate change are taken in Switzerland.

The primary aim is to prevent an increase in damage caused by climate change to humans and property, particularly as a result of: a. the rise in average temperature and changes in precipitation patterns; b. intense, frequent, and prolonged extreme events; c. changes in natural environments and species composition.