Klimatsvård

Klimatsvård is a Swedish term used to describe practices and policy approaches devoted to caring for the climate. It encompasses reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to climate change, and integrating climate considerations into planning and daily operations.

Key elements commonly associated with klimatsvård include:

- Reducing emissions through energy efficiency, electrification, and renewable energy.

- Sustainable procurement and the circular economy.

- Climate risk assessment and resilience planning.

- Education, communication, and behavioral change.

- Monitoring, reporting, and governance.

In practice, klimattsvård appears across sectors such as public administration, business, healthcare, housing, and transport. It is implemented through policy instruments, organizational governance, and operational practices that align with national climate targets and international agreements.

Terminology and usage: The term is not a strictly defined legal category but a common label in Swedish policy discourse and NGO work for broad climate stewardship. Related terms include klimatåtgärder (climate measures) and hållbarhetsarbete (sustainability work).

Critique and limitations: Because klimatsvård covers a wide range of activities, its meaning can be vague without concrete targets and verifiable metrics. Critics warn against superficial signaling (greenwashing) and stress the need for measurable goals, accountability, and transparent reporting.

See also: climate change, sustainability, ESG, adaptation, mitigation.