María José Sanz, the scientific director of Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3) and coordinator of the MAIA project, recently showcased the MAIA project initiative at the Third Forum on the EU Mission Adaptation to Climate Change.
This event provided a platform for an in-depth exchange of views, highlighting the Mission’s achievements and challenges. It also featured discussions on future directions and showcased regional initiatives on climate adaptation, promoting an active dialogue among participants.
The event also invited presentations that reflect case studies and best practices on regional adaptation developed by research projects. The aim was to demonstrate the positive societal impact and how projects are actively addressing the challenges of climate change adaptation.
With this aim, Sanz presented a poster that visualises MAIA’s approach in the context of Policy-Science Dialogues and Roundtables. This approach is multifaceted, focusing on four key pillars: Climate Action Community & Knowledge Clusters, Discovery Services, the MAIA Connectivity Hub, and Democratisation of Knowledge.
Climate Action Community & Knowledge Clusters
The MAIA Project has established a robust database connecting over 300 EU stakeholders. This includes a network of ambassadors who are crucial in mobilising these stakeholders to achieve MAIA’s overarching goals. By fostering a community of engaged individuals and organisations, the project aims to create a unified front to tackle climate challenges.
Discovery Services
MAIA’s Discovery Services are designed to connect ecosystems and businesses with practical solutions. This is achieved through regional branches that support local stakeholders and development initiatives with innovative products and services.
Additionally, the project organises trade missions and operates a training platform to bring the latest climate innovations and resources to various regions.
The Climate Change Research Cluster and Thematic Working Groups further enhance this connectivity by linking diverse climate projects and regions.
Connectivity Hub
The Connectivity Hub consolidates information from various projects and knowledge platforms. Key components include a Climate Change Adaptation Taxonomy that provides a common language for adaptation strategies and Voctractor, an AI-powered tool that generates knowledge summaries.
The Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Portal also serves as a centralised hub for knowledge creation and curation, facilitating access to vital information.
Democratisation of Knowledge
The MAIA Project is committed to making climate knowledge accessible to all. This is achieved through targeted channels and content tailored for different audiences.
For peer researchers, MAIA offers the MAIA Resilience series, webinars, and a special edition publication. Youth and members of the quadruple helix can engage with Jolt the Change and Alter! programmes.
Furthermore, educational tools incorporate gamification to raise awareness, and an itinerant exhibition brings project results directly to European regions.
In summary, the MAIA Project is a pioneering effort to connect people with the knowledge necessary for effective climate action. By fostering community, enhancing connectivity, and democratising information, it paves the way for a more resilient and informed Europe.
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