Methodological framework for Regions and Destinations to assess Climate Change adaptation

It directly responds to one of the major challenges in the tourism sector: the impacts of climate change. It also tackles the challenges that are related to implementing adaptation and mitigation measures.

It is specific for tourism, a sector often overlooked in mitigation and adaptation strategies. It is also specific to coastal destinations, which is important to take into account when assessing the impacts of climate change, which can be very specific depending on geographical context.

Fully transferable, as not attached to a specific territory, it provides concrete and step by step guidance, and is based on robust methodology. The detailed explanation of the process for selecting both indicators and criteria at both the destination and regional levels, ensures that the methodologies are tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by each location. Moreover, the final recommendations provide extra guidance on how to implement the criteria and indicators.

SDG 11 - Sustainable cities and communities, SDG 13 - Climate action, SDG 3 - Good health and well-being

Barcelona Convention, EU Adaptation Strategy, EU Tourism Transition Pathway