This section outlines practical activities for embedding citizen science in each phase of a climate assembly. Each activity includes two illustrative examples: one focused on air quality and another on sustainable mobility, showcasing how different types of projects can align with climate adaptation themes and community priorities.  Framing phase Identify and address local concerns through citizen science Use existing citizen science projects and data to highlight environmental or social concerns…

Citizen science can strengthen climate assemblies by grounding them in real-world data and lived experiences. Engaging the right stakeholders, from local networks to European platforms, enhances inclusivity, trust, and data quality.  Types of Stakeholders to Engage Networks and Hubs  Local/Regional Level  Oficina de Ciencia Ciudadana de Barcelona (Spain). The Barcelona Citizen Science Office is the City Council's multidisciplinary platform for the promotion of citizen science and collective learnin…

Citizen science already plays a role across a wide range of areas, including government, academia,   education, and civil society, demonstrating its adaptability and relevance. Citizen scientists are not only informed participants but also active contributors who can develop and share in-depth knowledge on key issues, from identifying concerns to tracking the outcomes of policy recommendations. Within the context of climate citizens’ assemblies, their involvement can help shift away from top-dow…

The Citizen Science Toolkit for Climate Assemblies (CS Toolkit) serves as a comprehensive resource for organizations, communities, and climate assembly participants interested in introducing the power of citizen science in different parts of the deliberative process. Accordingly, the main goal of the CS Toolkit is to allow the different actors of the climate assemblies to enhance and deploy existing citizen science projects through actions during the assemblies, in different geographic contexts …