The implementation of the TEN-T policy and the completion of its core networks are vital for the economy, growth, and the socioeconomic and territorial cohesion of the European Union. Ensuring their climate resilience is equally important to prevent damage and socioeconomic losses caused by extreme weather events.

The impacts of climate change are already having significant repercussions in Europe. On multiple occasions in 2024, extreme weather events rendered transport systems unusable, destroyed infrastructure, and disrupted supply chains for extended periods.

TRT Trasporti e Territorio is pleased to announce the publication of the “Support study on the climate adaptation and cross-border investment needs to realise the TEN-T network” completed for the European Commission.

The findings of this study reveal that all modes of transport on the TEN-T network will face an increasing number of extreme weather conditions by the end of the century, with heatwaves projected to increase 30-fold, and floods, droughts, and wildfires becoming much more frequent.
Significant public investment is required to strengthen the resilience of the TEN-T networks. To allocate these resources effectively, climate risk assessments are essential to identify network vulnerabilities. Completing the TEN-T network will enhance its climate resilience by providing more flexible traffic routes. To facilitate this, a monitoring system must be established to track the progress of TEN-T cross-border projects, enabling the timely identification of climate-related challenges and the implementation of proactive solutions.

The study can be downloaded by clicking here.