This position paper outlines how, through The Global Framework for Climate Services, products and services, experts from various disciplines and regions will work together to develop science-based climate and environmental information tailored to end-users’ needs. It is intended to contribute to adaptation to climate variability and change and disaster risk management as an integral part of overall United Nations system-wide efforts to make science accessible and relevant for decision-making at all levels, as a contribution to the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20).