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AdriaClimPlus is dedicated to tackling the pressing challenges posed by climate change within the IT-HR Programme area, which encompasses both the Italian and Croatian sides of the Adriatic Sea. The region faces significant threats such as sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and extreme weather events that endanger its rich cultural and natural heritage.
Building upon previous national and international initiatives, AdriaClimPlus aims to significantly enhance the region's capacity to monitor and understand climate impacts on coastal areas. This includes advancing meteo-ocean physical, chemical, biological, and ecosystem monitoring to better grasp the complex interactions driving climate change effects along the Adriatic coast. Key to the project is the development and refinement of climate downscaling modeling tools tailored to the specific coastal dynamics of the Adriatic basin. These tools will enable stakeholders to simulate and predict climate scenarios with greater accuracy, facilitating informed decision-making for climate adaptation strategies.
AdriaClimPlus will foster collaboration among stakeholders, including researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from both sides of the Adriatic. By consolidating protocols and best practices, the project aims to establish a cohesive framework for climate adaptation planning that spans regional and basin scales. The project will focus on seven pilot areas, two in Croatia and five in Italy, test and implement adaptation strategies tailored to local conditions. Through targeted activities such as information events, summer schools, and training courses, AdriaClimPlus will engage with local communities and stakeholders. These efforts will not only raise awareness about the impacts of climate change but also promote the adoption of resilient practices to safeguard local economies and ecosystems.
