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Preparing the ground for adaptation

Step 1 of the Adaptation Support Tool must be understood as introducing key elements important to build the basis for a successful adaptation process. These include the need to obtain and assure high-level political support, set up a structured process with adequate coordination mechanisms and clarify roles and responsibilities, estimate human and financial resources needed, identify and collect available information and communicate and raise awareness.