Survey
This survey is a key early data gathering instrument for the Scenario Evolution Process (SEP). The goal is to gather broad, interdisciplinary feedback to determine the future direction of these scenarios.
The survey asks stakeholders :
- How they used the SSPs in the past.
- What limitations or "missing pieces" they identified (e.g., equity, nature, solution-orientation).
- What critical needs exist for the future of global scenario frameworks.
Your Input Matters: The results will directly inform a high-level workshop later in 2026 to discuss potential paths forward that may include the development of updated or entirely new scenarios. Prior to this, a webinar on June 30th will be held to take stock of the data collected until June 24th. This initial stocktake of the survey will provide early insights and an overview of geographical and sectoral contributions to identify any biases and gaps. Please consider taking the survey before June 24th. The survey will remain open into the fall of 2026.
How to Participate
To ensure your time is used efficiently, this survey utilizes a logic-branching design. You will be directed to one of three tracks based on your self-identified familiarity with the SSPs:
- Expert / Direct User Journey (~15-20 mins): For those who actively develop narratives or use SSP data in quantitative models.
- Consumer / Familiar Journey (~10-12 mins): For those who read SSP-based research but do not directly model or develop it.
- New / Unfamiliar Journey (~5-8 mins): For those new to the framework who wish to express needs regarding future global scenarios.
Most responses are optional, although your careful completion of the survey provides the data needed to build a robust, community-led framework.
Legal & Contact
- IRB Status: This survey was determined to not need IRB approval.
- Support: If you encounter technical difficulties, please contact sep@du.edu.
