Fig. 1.

Three step process of the Future Seas project. Step 1 frames the Key Challenges, identifying what is meant by a ‘More Sustainable’ future (including the associated value judgements), exploring potential scenario development methods, and identifying common assumptions across the challenges. Step 2 explores the alternate futures and the choices and actions needed to move towards alternate futures. This step is iterative (identified by dashed arrows), with changes and updates made as any gaps and inconsistencies come to light. Step 3 focuses on learning, both by identifying common themes and lessons across the challenges, and synthesising learning around doing interdisciplinary research