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Aridity index: baseline situation and projections under RCP 8.5 scenario

Figure Created 24 Apr 2024 Published 15 May 2024 Last modified 30 Apr 2024

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Topics: Climate change adaptation Climate change mitigation

The map shows the baseline situation and projections of annual aridity index under RCP 8.5 scenario. This Index is based on daily precipitation and evapotranspiration and E-HYPE model median ensemble is presented. A higher value indicates reduced soil water availability.

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Historical: 1971 - 2000
Future: 2041 - 2070

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