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Download QGIS Software

QGIS is a free, open-source desktop mapping tool for visualizing, editing, and analysing geo-spatial data. You need this software on your computer in order to open and explore the localised data.

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Download Regional Data Packets

We downscaled (localised) global climate and environmental data by region so that you can more easily download it over low bandwidth and more seamlessly explore data relevant to your heritage site or cultural practice.

The data in each regional packet includes:

Historical Data
  • Climate Indicators
  • Climate, Environmental, & Natural Hazards Data
Future Data
  • Climate Indicators & Climate, Environmental, & Natural Hazards Data → RCP 4.5, 8.5 + SSP 2-4.5, 5-8.5; WorldClim, using IPSL-CM6A-LR Model, acquaduct water risk atlas, extreme sea levels, sea level rise, shoreline change data
Additional Data
  • Srtm30 - elevation data.
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Take the Training

Learn how to explore, edit, analyse, export, and communicate data relevant to your heritage site or practice.  

Unit 0
Foundations: Presenting Frameworks and Defining Key Concepts
6 Lessons
Unit 1
Exploring Climate, Environmental, and Natural Indicators and Hazards Data
8 Lessons
Unit 2
Using Preserving Legacies Regional Data Hubs
6 Lessons
Unit 3
Mastering QGIS for Map Creation and Data Analysis
8 Lessons
Unit 4
Effective and Creative Interpretation, and Translation of Climate Data
3 Lessons
Unit 5
Effective and Creative Communication, Visualisation and Dissemination of Climate Data
3 Lessons
Unit 6
Ensuring Ethical, Inclusive, and Just Climate Hazard Mapping
3 Lessons
Questions, Feedback, Insights? 

Whether you have technical questions or found something interesting to share, feel free to reach out or engage in the discussion board.

About the Regional Climate Data Hub

Dr. Salma Sabour, Director of Science at Preserving Legacies, is an advocate for democratising data. She spent months downscaling the climate data by region and developing the training to help ensure anyone can use data on their own terms and weave it with the knowledge their communities already hold.