We have developed a methodology to assist managers in implementing risk assessment procedures for climate change in marine protected areas. This methodology can be adapted to the unique needs and characteristics of each protected area.

The methodology would aid in designing and proposing climate change adaptation measures to be included in management plans or in the planning of the protected marine area.

This document was prepared by the Environmental Hydraulics Institute of the University of Cantabria (IHCantabria) as part of the collaboration agreement between the Spanish Climate Change Office and the Biodiversidad Foundation of the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge. It is a contribution to the LIFE IP INTEMARES project, as part of the “Integrated, innovative, and participatory management of the Natura 2000 Network in the Spanish marine environment.”