The central theme of the Autumn School (October 8-10, 2012) was dealing with and communicating about uncertainties, in climate- and socio-economic scenarios, in impact models and in the decision making process. The lectures and discussions contributed to the development of a common frame of reference for dealing with uncertainties. The common frame contains the following:

• Common definitions;
• Common understanding and aspects on which we disagree;
• Documents that are considered important by all participants;
• Do's and don'ts in dealing with uncertainties and communicating about uncertainties;
• Recommendations.

The common frame of reference is meant to help researchers in climate adaptation to work together and communicate together on climate change (better interaction between disciplines). It is also meant to help researchers to explain to others (e.g. decision makers) why and when we agree and when and why we disagree, and on what exactly.

Download the full Common Frame of Reference.