Local knowledge (Q770)
Subject, term, tag: Local knowledge
- Local knowledge (LK)
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Local knowledge |
Subject, term, tag: Local knowledge |
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Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
The understandings and skills developed by individuals and populations, specific to the places where they live. Local knowledge informs decision-making about fundamental aspects of life, from day-to-day activities to longer-term actions. This knowledge is a key element of the social and cultural systems which influence observations of and responses to climate change; it also informs governance decisions (UNESCO, 2018). (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026