making science work for climate adaptation
About WASP
WASP’s core vision is ensuring that climate adaptation knowledge gaps are filled to inform evidence-based policies, solutions and actions for successful adaptation to new climate conditions. Our priority is addressing the knowledge needs in vulnerable developing countries and providing policy-relevant science for decision-makers.
Events
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October 28 - November 2, 2025
Adaptation Futures Conference 2025
The eighth Adaptation Futures international conference series on global adaptation is organized by the University of Canterbury, in partnership with the Government of New Zealand and the World Adaptation Science Programme (WASP).
The conference will take place between the 28 October and 02 November 2025 in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Find out more at: https://adaptationfutures2025.com
Further Resources
- Navigating the continuum between adaptation and maladaptation
- Our Warming Planet: Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation
- Interactions between two existential threats: COVID-19 and climate change
- Interrogating ‘effectiveness’ in climate change adaptation: 11 guiding principles for adaptation research and practice
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Platform for knowledge exchange
Bridge for knowledge gaps
Interface to advance actions
Network to promote solutions
