FT – Fresh Thoughts Consulting GmbH
Fresh Thoughts Consulting (FT) is an international environmental consultancy offering scientific and policy advice to address environmental challenges. We believe that science and policy are key to environmental protection. As an independent and forward-thinking consultancy, Fresh Thoughts specialises in climate change adaptation, agriculture, environmental economics, freshwater and marine management, and sustainable tourism & sports. We deliver high-quality, innovative solutions by connecting scientific research with policy-making in sustainable development. The team of FT includes experienced scientists, engineers, policy advisors, and event managers. We have a deep understanding of the scientific basis of environmental issues and the political processes needed to address them. We create lasting positive impacts through interdisciplinary, demand-driven, and future-oriented work. We combine a broad understanding of environmental policies with knowledge of local conditions to ensure practical relevance. Our extensive network of experts supports this approach. Since our founding in 2010, we have carried out several projects at local, regional, EU, and national levels for government agencies, NGOs, and private clients. FT’s services include scientific analysis, policy assessments, environmental strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge-based helpdesk services. The organization also support effective communication of scientific information through tools, brochures, and handbooks, and offer event management services.
Role in the Project
At Fresh Thoughts, we lead the Task 6.3 and Task 7.2 ensuring cooperation with the EU Adaptation Mission and EOSC Partnership.
In Task 6.3, Fresh Thoughts spearheads the upscaling of results from six case studies to a wider European context. Our focus is on promoting the FAIRification frameworks through transfer cases considering additional European socio-ecological systems and climate risks. We do engage key actors, particularly in climate-vulnerable regions and cities, ensuring that the project’s outcomes are effectively transferred and taken up across Europe. Our extensive networks and established partnerships are pivotal in facilitating cooperation with stakeholders.
In Task 7.2, Fresh Thoughts plays a central role in engaging with the EU Mission Adaptation to Climate Change. As active participants in the MIP4Adapt Community of Practice, we promote Technical Working Group (TWG) exchanges on climate change adaptation (CCA) data management. Additionally, we support Mission projects and signatory regions through capacity-building activities, providing tailored guidance and leveraging project results to enhance climate adaptation strategies.
Fresh Thoughts is committed to ensuring that our work strengthens Europe’s climate resilience and fosters cooperation among diverse stakeholders.