Karin André is a Senior Research Fellow and Team Leader for the Cities, Communities and Consumption Team within the Division for Societies, Climate and Policy Support, led by Åsa Gerger Swartling at SEI Headquarters in Stockholm. 

André’s main areas of research and experience include participatory research methods and co-production of knowledge, focusing on the role of science-based stakeholder dialogues managing complex environmental issues. Her research interests relate to climate transitions and governance at the local level, including topics such as climate adaptation, risk and vulnerability, co-design of climate services and sustainable consumption and lifestyles. The regional focus of the research and stakeholder engagament is most often centered on Sweden and northern Europe.

“I look forward to joining the Water Centre Steering Committee, especially to exchange knowledge and learn from stakeholders in the field and across academia, policy and practice. When addressing challenges related to water in a changing climate, it is important to consider various societal needs and perspectives. I hope my knowledge from facilitating climate adaptation co-design processes will be a welcome contribution to the committee.” – Karin André

Previously, the position in the Water Centre Steering Committee was held by Karina Barquet, Senior Research Fellow and Team Leader for Water, Coasts and Ocean at SEI Headquarters.