# Climate Resilience
Better practice for climate resilience in subdivision design includes assessing climate risks—such as extreme weather, bushfire, and flooding—and integrating responsive strategies like increased vegetation, heat-mitigating materials, and infrastructure that supports comfort and safety during climate extremes.
In the Climate Resilience category, BESS has a focus on actions that:
- undertake a climate change risk assessment to identify and address potential hazards
- provide shading of pathways to reduce urban heat and improve pedestrian comfort
- use heat-mitigating material surfaces to lower ambient temperatures
- deliver sheltered public transport stops to enhance safety and comfort during extreme weather