FCCC/SBSTA/2004/INF.13 Abstract: This
background paper was prepared to facilitate discussion at the in-session
workshop on adaptation scheduled for Wednesday, 8 December 2004. It is a
summary of application of methods and tools for assessing impacts and
vulnerability and developing adaptation responses. Particular attention is
given to regional climate models and the practices and models used by
relevant expert communities. The paper also includes some discussion on
issues that the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice
may wish to consider in relation to methodologies for impact and
vulnerability assessment
