The aim of the discussion paper is to discuss three key questions: 1)What transitions are required to achieve climate neutrality in the context of the MAP? 2)How can policy interventions facilitate these transitions,considering the solutions needed at local and national levels and the related implications for the wider policy framework? 3)What are the research needs and gaps? This discussion paper provides a synthesis of international and EU policy aims and mechanisms as they relate to rural areas.It summarises findings from research on transitions,impacts and approaches to adaptation to achieve a climate neutral continent by 2050. The paper presents interventions supporting mitigation and adaptation to climate change enhancing associated environmental services of thematics which include:rural areas,land use and water,social innovation and partnerships,food and diet,business and finance and open science. Research findings have identified opportunities for instance new types of business,products,careers and roles of environmental features.They also found consequences of climate change in the environmental assets and the ecosystem services they deliver. https://rural-interfaces.eu/news-or-events/discussion-paper-climate-change/