ASPECT is a four-year Horizon Europe project dedicated to pioneering a new generation of climate information by bridging the gap between seasonal forecasts and long-term projections into a single, seamless 30-year vision.
By working closely with Super Users across sectors such as agriculture, finance, and governance, the project translates "black box" science into Actionable Intelligence calibrated to real-world operational needs and planning horizons.
This handbook serves as the project's legacy, providing interactive tools and intelligible narratives to guide organizations through the tools and knowledge needed to build long-term climate resilience.
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Is the connection of seasonal (months), climate (decadal) and multidecadal (10-30 years) models into a single, consistent, and unified framework.
Short-range forecasts (days to weeks) bridging into seasonal outlooks. Driven by atmospheric dynamics with high spatial resolution. The foundation of daily decision-making — from agriculture scheduling to emergency response planning.
Climate adaptation isn’t just about the coming decades; it starts with the decisions we make today. ASPECT bridges the gap between disparate data horizons, moving beyond the ‘black box’ of complex science to provide a unified, seamless framework.
By connecting seasonal variations with long-term climate trends, we create a cohesive foundation for planning. When these scientific ‘gears’ work together, we translate raw data into clear, usable information for climate risk decisions.
Whether you are a mayor or a business owner, your decisions depend on reliable climate intelligence
Climate services are becoming increasingly important for helping society prepare for future challenges. But how do climate forecasts work? How can scientists connect information across different timescales, translate global climate projections into local insights, and turn complex model outputs into practical tools for decision-makers?
Researchers from across the ASPECT consortium share the science behind the project in their own words. Through a series of short conversations, they explain how climate information is made more continuous, more local, and ultimately more useful for society.
Every sector faces unique climate challenges. The “What If” approach is our methodology for transforming vast global datasets into specific, localized intelligence that speaks directly to your needs. Instead of providing a one-size-fits-all forecast, we focus on the intersection of scientific potential and real-world operational constraints.
Explore the suite of interactive tools co-developed within ASPECT. These applications transform vast global datasets into user-friendly interfaces, allowing you to revisit past weather events, monitor stress trends, and evaluate future predictions.
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Climate science is full of highly technical terms, but getting to grips with the research shouldn’t be a barrier. We have gathered the core concepts behind ASPECT’s scientific framework below. Use the search bar to find intuitive explanations and simple analogies designed to help you understand these concepts better.
Summer is on a mission to make climate intelligence a natural part of the British Red Cross. By teaming up with ASPECT, she's helped translate intricate science into a clear roadmap for readiness, giving her teams the tools they need to act early and keep communities safe in our changing climate.
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