Facing the climate crisis at Upper Conwy
The dramatic terrain of Upper Conwy in the north of Snowdonia may look resilient and rugged but it's very vulnerable to climate change. Rivers travel the entire length of this landscape and increased rainfall means the area is at greater risk of severe flooding. Urgent work has been required to slow the flow of water from the mountains into the rivers. Together with our partners, we’ve restored over 2500 hectares of peatland, ensuring that water is held in the upper catchment for longer, improving its ability to store carbon and alleviate flooding downstream.
Watch this video to find out how the National Trust and its partners are caring for the land. From reconnecting a section of river to its floodplain to restoring eroded riverbanks, a lot of measures have been taken to tackle climate change and protect local communities from flooding on their doorstep.
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