Result description
This research investigates public perceptions of climate risks and adaptation strategies using surveys, interviews, and Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping in two of SCORE’s Coastal City Living Labs (Oarsoaldea, Spain and Sligo, Ireland). Participants’ experiences and attitudes were analysed to uncover key socioeconomic trends influencing climate vulnerability and willingness to engage in climate action. The study offers a systems-based understanding of how personal, social, and policy factors interact to shape adaptation outcomes in coastal communities.
Addressing target audiences and expressing needs
- Collaboration
This study is designed for policymakers, local authorities, researchers, and facilitators working in climate adaptation, social policy, and urban planning. It can support the development of more inclusive, effective, and participatory climate strategies. The data and insights can also be adopted by other EU projects and Living Labs to better understand public climate experiences and improve adaptation efforts.
- Public or private funding institutions
- Research and Technology Organisations
- Academia/ Universities
R&D, Technology and Innovation aspects
Oarsoaldea and Sligo can use the results to improve engagement with the public on climate policy, and work on co-creating more effective climate policies. This data can also be used by local Living Lab teams as well as researchers in Spain, Ireland, and beyond to improve understanding of climate vulnerability and public experiences of climate risks in European and other region.
The methodology followed in this study can be applied to other community contexts to run similar studies.
