Ilmastoarvot

Ilmastoarvot is a Finnish term formed from ilmasto (climate) and arvot (values). In Finnish discourse it is used in two related senses: as a reference to numerical climate values used in science and data analysis, and as a description of normative values that guide climate policy and public attitudes.

In a scientific and data context, ilmastoarvot denotes climate variables and indicators such as average temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and related metrics. These values are produced by meteorological and climate datasets and are used to monitor climate change, assess trends, calibrate models, and compare regions or time periods. They can be annual, seasonal, or longer-term averages and are often presented alongside uncertainty estimates.

In a policy and societal context, ilmastoarvot refers to the values, principles, and ethical considerations guiding climate action. This includes sustainability, intergenerational equity, precaution, justice, and responsibility. Public attitudes toward climate change and acceptance of measures like emission reductions, carbon pricing, renewable energy policies, and adaptation efforts are also discussed under ilmastoarvot in some analyses and media discussions.

The term is common in Finnish-language climate communication, research reports, and policy discussions. Its precise meaning depends on context, and it can be used to describe either concrete climate data values or the normative framework through which climate issues are approached in society.

See also: climate change, climate data, sustainability, environmental ethics, public opinion on climate change.