A new scientific report — “Strengthening resilience to climate change –
Recommendations for an effective EU adaptation policy framework” (link: https://climate-advisory-board.europa.eu/reports-and-publications/strengthening-resilience-to-climate-change-recommendations-for-an-effective-eu-adaptation-policy-framework ) — has just been published by the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change. It highlights how climate hazards like heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, floods, sea-level rise and coastal erosion are already intensifying across Europe as the planet warms.
The report stresses that while global temperature has already risen around 1.4 °C above pre-industrial levels, without stronger action we may exceed the Paris Agreement goal of 1.5 °C — and Europe is warming about twice as fast as the global average, putting people, infrastructure and ecosystems at increasing risk. The science is clear: adaptation isn’t optional.
Why this matters for SEAQUEST: The report reminds us that ecosystems are essential to climate resilience— absorbing storm energy, storing carbon, stabilising coastlines and supporting biodiversity. But too often these natural solutions are overlooked in policy and education.
That’s where SEAQUEST steps in:
- We are enhancing seagrass literacy in primary education across Europe.
- We are equipping teachers with tools and training to bring marine ecosystem science into the classroom.
- Through research, interactive games and community engagement, we’re helping young people understand why seagrasses matter — not just for the ocean, but for climate resilience and healthy coastal environments.
Building oceanic citizenship today means stronger adaptation and stewardship for tomorrow. Together, we can help shape a Europe that understands and protects its vital marine ecosystems as part of a resilient, climate-ready future.
More about Seaquest: https://seaquestproject.eu
Damla Kiral
Senior Project Manager
