Feature / This International Day of Forests, SEI shares four insights into how forests support food security, climate resilience and sustainable cities.
Perspective / On World Glacier Day, Aljandra Melfo reflects on her experiences witnessing the loss of glaciers and "the life inside the ice" in Venezuela.
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Journal article / This study identifies "mixed adaptation" as a middle ground between autonomous and planned climate adaptation, emphasizing their dynamic interactions.
SEI report / This study presents an evaluation of Bogotá’s circular economy strategy, identifies current gaps and opportunities and provides insights for the broader region.
Other publication / Mistra Geopolitics research shows if the EU proposal on due diligence were to be adopted, it would weaken recent human rights and environmental regulation.
SEI report / This report highlights the collapse of the coal industry in La Jagua de Ibirico, Colombia, with lessons on how other cities can better plan for coal's demise.
Perspective / This article explores the impact of excessive artificial lighting, global solutions, and sustainable lighting practices in Bangkok.
SEI report / A research project investigated drivers of infectious disease in a developing city context, with a survey, workshops and stakeholder engagement for solutions.
Feature / SEI researchers trained Thai energy planners in LEAP and NEMO as part of the country's efforts to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065.
Event on 02 July – 04 July / SEI Asia is leading a panel on just energy transitions in Southeast Asia and how countries can integrate a justice lens on policy and regulatory frameworks.
Journal article / This study compares subsidies and renewable energy costs in low-carbon steelmaking in the US and EU, highlighting the trade-off between competition and climate.
Media advisory / On 4 February, the Geopolitics of Sustainability conference will explore strategies to tackle sustainability and human security challenges.
SEI brief / This brief compares the extra evaporation caused by four lower Snake River dams in Washington state, US, with predicted evaporation of an undisturbed river.
Vacancy / Join SEI Latin America and play a key role in advancing sustainability and development in the region.
Vacancy / Lead projects on sustainable waste management and circular economy transitions in the Western Balkans and Eastern Partnership regions.
Vacancy / Support climate change, sustainability and land use research in Latin America with a focus on deforestation and policy.
Vacancy / Lead projects on offshore infrastructure, innovation and governance for a sustainable future.
Vacancy / Develop models, analyse policies and support sustainable energy transitions at SEI HQ in Stockholm.
Internship / Join SEI Tallinn as an intern to support research on weather, water and climate, contributing to risk, resilience and adaptation efforts.