C3S2_424 European reference framework for climate scenarios

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The main objective of this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is to develop a European reference framework for climate scenarios to enhance consistency, comparability, and usability of climate risk information across Europe, addressing the current fragmentation of national and sectoral approaches. It proposes a common reference layer to support EU policy, adaptation planning, and cross-border decision-making, without replacing existing systems. The framework is conceived as a set of methodological principles, reference points, and guidance rather than a single dataset or scenario, helping users interpret and apply climate information in a coherent way. The work includes stakeholder engagement, a structured review of existing methods, gap analysis, definition of observational references, and the development of a robust and quality-assured framework. It will support users in selecting, combining, comparing, and communicating climate information for policy, regulatory, and investment purposes. A key principle is to promote harmonisation without homogenisation, preserving scientific diversity while enabling interoperability. Demonstrator datasets, communication activities, and implementation…

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