Identify all datasets available for your region or spatial domain.
For each dataset, catalog the relevant details including:
Data formats and any transformations/pre-processing that have been conducted
Variables or metrics available
Spatial and temporal resolution
Spatial extent and timeframes of data
Future scenarios
Historical scenarios
Models and corresponding ensemble members
Downscaling and bias-adjustment approaches
Review existing metadata for each dataset including:
Approach for dataset development
Limitations of the dataset
Frequency of dataset updates
Accessibility and transparency of methods
Identify the availability of user guidance for each dataset.
Identify any relevant regulations, policies, or guidelines related to data use for your region or sectoral application (e.g. guidance on which models, metrics, or scenarios to use).