This Law creates the State Climate Shelter Programme within the State of Rio de Janeiro, with the aim of ensuring the safety and protection of the population of the State during extreme weather events, such as heat waves, heavy rains, droughts and other phenomena related to the climate change crisis, which may endanger the safety, well-being and physical integrity of the population. Climate shelter centres should offer the following minimum conditions: adequate infrastructure, such as ventilation, air conditioning, access to drinking water, sanitary facilities, rest areas and accessibility for people with disabilities and reduced mobility; temporary or permanent operation, depending on need and seasonal climate conditions.
Brazil · 2025-09-24