Regional domains and time coverage

Regional domains

The GAINS model comprises several online interfaces with distinct regional domains, which can be accessed by clicking here. Some interface versions are publicly available , while others are research versions restricted to collaborators. The model resolution varies across different geographic scales, ranging from national to subnational and regional levels. Emission calculations are performed on various grid levels, with the smallest grid resolution being 0.1 degrees. The most comprehensive domain within the GAINS model is the global version, which covers 183 regions worldwide, which are countries (Europe, parts of Asia, North and South America, single countries in Africa), subnational entities such as provinces or states (China, India, several other Asian countries), or aggregates of countries (in Africa, Central America, Caribbean). Beyond the online interfaces, some elements of GAINS are offline and their use is restricted to collaborators in dedicated projects.

To determine the regions included in each specific model instance, consult the Region glossary and select the corresponding model.

Time coverage

Data in GAINS are displayed in 5-year intervals and cover the years from 1990 to 2050, with some scenarios extending up to 2070. The years until 2020 are considered statistical years. GAINS calibrates future data relative to a specific base year, depending on the project.