This report, written in italian and directed to italian universities, was created by the RUS (a network of Italian universities dealing with sustainable development issues). The report discusses methodological aspects, such as the notion of
climate profile toghether with its time series and regional projections as well as vulnerabilities, risks and resilience tied to the problem of climate change toghether with the topic of adaptation policy governance.and integration with regional plans. Moreover, the report also discusses specific issues, such as heat waves and extreme weather events, providing related strategies and best practices, as well as examples and references of good adaptation practices.