SEI https://www.sei.org/ Bridging science and policy since 1989 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:33 +0000 en hourly 1 https://www.sei.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/cropped-favicon-20180207-2-150x150.jpg?modtime= SEI https://www.sei.org/ 32 32 Clarmondial and SEI join forces to develop nature framework for the Biosphere Integrity Fund https://www.sei.org/about-sei/press-room/clarmondial-and-sei-join-forces-to-develop-nature-framework/ Clarmondial, an independent investment advisory company, is partnering with world-renowned environmental research institute, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), to develop a pioneering nature framework for the Biosphere Integrity Fund (“Biosphere”), a fund currently in development. Clarmondial, an independent investment advisory company, is partnering with world-renowned environmental research institute, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), to develop a pioneering nature framework for the Biosphere Integrity Fund (“Biosphere”), a fund currently in development.

]]> Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:00:22 +0000 https://www.sei.org/about-sei/press-room/clarmondial-and-sei-join-forces-to-develop-nature-framework/ Press Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants https://www.sei.org/projects/climate-and-clean-air-coalition-to-reduce-short-lived-climate-pollutants/ SEI and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition are supporting the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Brazil in developing a National Short-Lived Climate Pollutant (SLCP) Plan that identifies actions in the energy, transport, agriculture, and waste sectors to achieve benefits for air pollution, public health, and climate change. SEI and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition are supporting the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Brazil in developing a National Short-Lived Climate Pollutant (SLCP) Plan that identifies actions in the energy, transport, agriculture, and waste sectors to achieve benefits for air pollution, public health, and climate change.

]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:41:52 +0000 https://www.sei.org/projects/climate-and-clean-air-coalition-to-reduce-short-lived-climate-pollutants/ Project A conceptual framework for responding to cross-border climate change impacts https://www.sei.org/publications/cross-border-climate-change-impacts/ The authors introduce a new typology for cross-border climate impacts and classify actors who manage them.This research propose a conceptual framework for identifying policy responses and governance approaches to address cross-border climate impacts.A logical process is presented for pairing impact types and response types and assessing response appropriateness.Cross-border climate impacts are best managed through response diversity and collaborative governance. The authors introduce a new typology for cross-border climate impacts and classify actors who manage them.

This research propose a conceptual framework for identifying policy responses and governance approaches to address cross-border climate impacts.

A logical process is presented for pairing impact types and response types and assessing response appropriateness.

Cross-border climate impacts are best managed through response diversity and collaborative governance.

]]> Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:20:13 +0000 Sara Talebian; Magnus Benzie; Katy Harris https://www.sei.org/publications/cross-border-climate-change-impacts/ Publication Designing effective policy interventions for sustainable consumption and production: insights from a life-course approach https://www.sei.org/publications/life-course-approach-for-sustainable-consumption-policy-design/ There is a lack of consensus about the most promising policy interventions that can be taken to shift towards sustainable lifestyles.The design of policies that can lead to sustainable consumption and production requires greater understanding about the interplay between three forces: consumption, major changes that occur in different phases of life, and the “provisioning systems” (infrastructure, technology and social support, for example) that are available to people.Our research on the use ... There is a lack of consensus about the most promising policy interventions that can be taken to shift towards sustainable lifestyles.

The design of policies that can lead to sustainable consumption and production requires greater understanding about the interplay between three forces: consumption, major changes that occur in different phases of life, and the “provisioning systems” (infrastructure, technology and social support, for example) that are available to people.

Our research on the use of transport among older adults in Bangkok offers a window into the interplay of these three forces. It shows that significant life events – such a marriage, childbirth, changes in employment, and retirement – lead to changes in the modes of transportation sought and used.

Factors such as culture, income and availability of transport information and travel modes can have strong influence on behaviours; for example, our Bangkok research underscores the importance of urban planning for transportation.

Using a “life-course approach” that more closely considers such life-stage transitions along with the specific contexts and available support systems can better inform policymaking to help devise bold, effective measures that can help achieve sustainable production and consumption goals.

Greater insights into this triad – consumption, the availability of provisioning systems, and the use of a life-course approach – can help develop targeted policy interventions to support working towards sustainable consumption throughout our lives.

]]> Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:36:25 +0000 Shogofa Rezaie; Gary Haq; Katarina Axelsson; Elena Dawkins; Albert Salamanca; Minh Tran; Cynthia Crouse; Pimolporn Jintarith https://www.sei.org/publications/life-course-approach-for-sustainable-consumption-policy-design/ Publication Habitability for a connected, unequal and changing world https://www.sei.org/publications/habitability-connected-unequal-changing-world/ As global climate change intensifies, the question of what makes a place habitable or uninhabitable is critical, particularly in the context of a potential future climate outside the realm of lived experience, and the possible concurrent redistribution of populations partly associated with such climatic shifts. As global climate change intensifies, the question of what makes a place habitable or uninhabitable is critical, particularly in the context of a potential future climate outside the realm of lived experience, and the possible concurrent redistribution of populations partly associated with such climatic shifts.

]]> Fri, 06 Dec 2024 07:52:39 +0000 Sara Vigil https://www.sei.org/publications/habitability-connected-unequal-changing-world/ Publication New collaboration agreement signed by SEI and IRD https://www.sei.org/features/new-agreement-signed-by-sei-and-ird/ SEI and the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) recently signed a new scientific and technical collaboration agreement in Brussels. The agreement aims to further strengthen the interaction between science and policy in environmental research, creating opportunities for better policymaking and a more sustainable future. SEI and the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) recently signed a new scientific and technical collaboration agreement in Brussels. The agreement aims to further strengthen the interaction between science and policy in environmental research, creating opportunities for better policymaking and a more sustainable future. 

]]> Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:10:07 +0000 Ylva Rylander; Nelson Ekane https://www.sei.org/features/new-agreement-signed-by-sei-and-ird/ Feature Framework for decentralized energy and enhanced resilience on islands https://www.sei.org/publications/framework-decentralized-energy-resilience-islands/ Many island states are facing growing energy insecurity because of increased hydroclimatic risks, combined with dependence on imported energy and centralized grid infrastructure.Our research suggests, however, that there are many actions island states can take to limit these risks. By following a five-step framework, countries can assess the resilience of their power systems and shift to more decentralized, renewable and reliable forms of energy production.Decision-makers can improve islands’... Many island states are facing growing energy insecurity because of increased hydroclimatic risks, combined with dependence on imported energy and centralized grid infrastructure.

Our research suggests, however, that there are many actions island states can take to limit these risks. By following a five-step framework, countries can assess the resilience of their power systems and shift to more decentralized, renewable and reliable forms of energy production.

Decision-makers can improve islands’ crisis preparedness by including decentralized renewable energy systems in their contingency planning.

The design of energy system solutions must be tailored to specific contexts. This requires analysis of local variations and potential trade-offs between different types of costs and resilience improvements.

Informed decision-making requires accurate models. In turn, accurate models require effective collaboration between researchers, energy authorities and grid operators.

]]> Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:10:48 +0000 Jindan Gong; Gowtham Muthukumaran https://www.sei.org/publications/framework-decentralized-energy-resilience-islands/ Publication Training in SEI’s water and energy planning tools aims to enhance climate resilience and resource management in Kenya https://www.sei.org/features/seis-water-energy-tools-kenya-resilience/ SEI’s Africa Centre, alongside partners, is running a potentially transformative project that aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the SDGs, focusing on integrated planning for sustainable resource and climate resilience. The final workshop in the project, built on previous workshops in Meru and Samburu counties, and the session in Nyeri County emphasized the practical application of water-energy-food nexus approaches, using SEI’s signature WEAP and LEAP tools to engage policymakers and practi... SEI’s Africa Centre, alongside partners, is running a potentially transformative project that aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the SDGs, focusing on integrated planning for sustainable resource and climate resilience. The final workshop in the project, built on previous workshops in Meru and Samburu counties, and the session in Nyeri County emphasized the practical application of water-energy-food nexus approaches, using SEI’s signature WEAP and LEAP tools to engage policymakers and practitioners and drive science-informed action.

]]> Wed, 04 Dec 2024 07:57:48 +0000 Charity Mutisya https://www.sei.org/features/seis-water-energy-tools-kenya-resilience/ Feature Five lessons for protecting critical infrastructure in times of crisis https://www.sei.org/features/five-lessons-for-protecting-critical-infrastructure-in-times-of-crisis/ How can we ensure that essential services like water, wastewater and electricity continue to function during crises or conflict? Globally, critical infrastructure faces growing threats from climate impacts, cybersecurity breaches, socio-economic shifts and armed conflict. Yet there are steps we can take to mitigate these risks – here are five lessons to bolster infrastructure resilience. How can we ensure that essential services like water, wastewater and electricity continue to function during crises or conflict? Globally, critical infrastructure faces growing threats from climate impacts, cybersecurity breaches, socio-economic shifts and armed conflict. Yet there are steps we can take to mitigate these risks – here are five lessons to bolster infrastructure resilience.

]]> Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:34:14 +0000 Maria Sköld; Karina Barquet https://www.sei.org/features/five-lessons-for-protecting-critical-infrastructure-in-times-of-crisis/ Feature Balancing energy security and a healthy environment https://www.sei.org/publications/energy-environment-vaca-muerta-fracking/ The concept of a global and just transition away from fossil fuels calls for different levels of responsibility among countries, with lower-income countries such as Argentina given wider latitude to continue extracting fossil fuels for its own economic development.Non-conventional fossil fuel production, known as “fracking”, has grown in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta region in the past decade, with plans to accelerate these activities.Using the spatial data platform OBSERVAR, we find that more than... The concept of a global and just transition away from fossil fuels calls for different levels of responsibility among countries, with lower-income countries such as Argentina given wider latitude to continue extracting fossil fuels for its own economic development.

Non-conventional fossil fuel production, known as “fracking”, has grown in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta region in the past decade, with plans to accelerate these activities.

Using the spatial data platform OBSERVAR, we find that more than 3000 fracking wells pose a contamination risk to local water sources, farms and population centers, threatening public health and livelihoods.

We recommend greater regulations and oversight over fracking activities and increased transparency from oil companies so local governments can make informed decisions and protect the public.

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:59:45 +0000 Laura Forni; Romina Díaz-Gómez; Marina Mautner; Agustin Gonzalez; Juan Carlos Roca; Catherin Davies; Lucia Orrego; Azul Frabotta https://www.sei.org/publications/energy-environment-vaca-muerta-fracking/ Publication ¿Qué es la brecha de producción? Política energética y acción climática a nivel global y en México. https://www.sei.org/events/que-es-la-brecha-de-produccion-politica-energetica-y-accion-climatica-a-nivel-global-y-en-mexico/ Únete al seminario web sobre la brecha de producción, organizado por las Casas de Cultura Jurídica de la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación en México. Expertos de SEI presentan los hallazgos claves del informe sobre la brecha de producción del 2023 y reflexionan sobre su relevancia para el México. Traducción simultánea a Lengua de señas mexicana. Únete al seminario web sobre la brecha de producción, organizado por las Casas de Cultura Jurídica de la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación en México. Expertos de SEI presentan los hallazgos claves del informe sobre la brecha de producción del 2023 y reflexionan sobre su relevancia para el México.

Traducción simultánea a Lengua de señas mexicana.

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 17:23:46 +0000 https://www.sei.org/events/que-es-la-brecha-de-produccion-politica-energetica-y-accion-climatica-a-nivel-global-y-en-mexico/ Event Understanding and overcoming policy (in)coherence to control deforestation in Colombia https://www.sei.org/publications/policy-incoherence-deforestation-colombia/ Deforestation in Colombia has been a significant concern for several decades, with the Colombian Amazon being hit the hardest. In 2023, Colombia had lower rates of primary forest loss, but tropical rates have remained steady over the last few years.Colombia has a robust policy framework addressing the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), climate change-related goals and land use change, which are intrinsically related to deforestation. However, imple... Deforestation in Colombia has been a significant concern for several decades, with the Colombian Amazon being hit the hardest. In 2023, Colombia had lower rates of primary forest loss, but tropical rates have remained steady over the last few years.

Colombia has a robust policy framework addressing the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), climate change-related goals and land use change, which are intrinsically related to deforestation. However, implementation suffers because of a lack of harmony among these policies. Competing priorities, implementation obstacles and conflicting objectives within the policy landscape perpetuate this incoherence.

Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive approach that integrates environmental concerns into various sectors, fosters coordination among government bodies, improves law enforcement, strengthens land rights, and provides viable economic alternatives that avoid unsustainable deforestation and land use and align with conservation efforts.

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:51:28 +0000 Ivonne Lobos Alva; Mario Cárdenas https://www.sei.org/publications/policy-incoherence-deforestation-colombia/ Publication Ironing out the way for green steel: financing a green hydrogen-based ironmaking plant in an emerging market https://www.sei.org/publications/financing-green-hydrogen-based-ironmaking/ The authors assessed the financing requirements and feasibility of an archetype green hydrogen-based ironmaking project in a developing country, for export of green iron into developed countries where steel can then be produced. The authors assessed the financing requirements and feasibility of an archetype green hydrogen-based ironmaking project in a developing country, for export of green iron into developed countries where steel can then be produced.

]]> Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:53:57 +0000 Daniel Duma https://www.sei.org/publications/financing-green-hydrogen-based-ironmaking/ Publication SEI strategy 2025–29 https://www.sei.org/publications/strategy-2025-29/ SEI’s new strategy sets a clear and ambitious path for the organization. Learn how we are adapting our research agenda for the coming five years. SEI’s new strategy sets a clear and ambitious path for the organization. Learn how we are adapting our research agenda for the coming five years.

]]> Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:30:47 +0000 https://www.sei.org/publications/strategy-2025-29/ Publication An assessment of the scope and effectiveness of soft measures to handle plastic pollution in the Baltic Sea Region https://www.sei.org/publications/soft-measures-to-handle-plastic-pollution-baltic-sea/ The Baltic Sea's vulnerability to human activities, including rising plastic pollution, necessitates effective solutions. This paper explores the potential of soft measures in tackling plastic pollution, presenting insights from a literature review and examples from the Baltic region. It concludes with recommendations to enhance their impact, promoting soft measures as valuable tools to address plastic pollution in the Baltic Sea Region and beyond. The Baltic Sea's vulnerability to human activities, including rising plastic pollution, necessitates effective solutions. This paper explores the potential of soft measures in tackling plastic pollution, presenting insights from a literature review and examples from the Baltic region. It concludes with recommendations to enhance their impact, promoting soft measures as valuable tools to address plastic pollution in the Baltic Sea Region and beyond.

]]> Sun, 01 Dec 2024 21:41:33 +0000 Harri Moora https://www.sei.org/publications/soft-measures-to-handle-plastic-pollution-baltic-sea/ Publication Inclusive low carbon transport in Thailand: Towards a viable policy pathway for congestion charging https://www.sei.org/projects/inclusive-low-carbon-transport-thailand/ The project will provide technical support, a feasible policy pathway and implementation roadmap to accelerate equitable, sustainable and low-carbon transportation in Thailand via congestion charging. The project will provide technical support, a feasible policy pathway and implementation roadmap to accelerate equitable, sustainable and low-carbon transportation in Thailand via congestion charging.

]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:36:13 +0000 https://www.sei.org/projects/inclusive-low-carbon-transport-thailand/ Project Global methane reduction platform for development-CH4D https://www.sei.org/projects/global-methane-reduction-platform-for-development-ch4d/ At COP28, the World Bank launched the Global Methane Reduction Platform for Development (CH4D) with the aim of achieving ‘triple wins’ in agriculture and waste sectors by reducing methane, increasing resilience and improving livelihoods. SEI will provide scientific expertise on methane emissions, promote sustainable business models, and provide advisory support to CH4D. At COP28, the World Bank launched the Global Methane Reduction Platform for Development (CH4D) with the aim of achieving ‘triple wins’ in agriculture and waste sectors by reducing methane, increasing resilience and improving livelihoods. SEI will provide scientific expertise on methane emissions, promote sustainable business models, and provide advisory support to CH4D.

]]> Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:35:36 +0000 https://www.sei.org/projects/global-methane-reduction-platform-for-development-ch4d/ Project HamnKlimat: Ökad beredskap för svenska hamnregioner https://www.sei.org/projects/okad-beredskap-for-svenska-hamnregioner/ Svenska hamnregioner står inför en rad nya och komplexa risker kopplade till klimatkrisen och olika samhällsförändringar. Projektet “Ökad beredskap för svenska hamnregioner” (HamnKlimat) kartlägger utmaningarna och identifierar olika lösningar. Svenska hamnregioner står inför en rad nya och komplexa risker kopplade till klimatkrisen och olika samhällsförändringar. Projektet “Ökad beredskap för svenska hamnregioner” (HamnKlimat) kartlägger utmaningarna och identifierar olika lösningar.

]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:59:16 +0000 https://www.sei.org/projects/okad-beredskap-for-svenska-hamnregioner/ Project Webinar: global ageing and climate change – regional dialogue Latin America https://www.sei.org/events/webinar-global-ageing-climate-change-latin-america/ The impacts of climate change are profound for older persons in Latin America. SEI and HelpAge International are hosting a webinar on 28 November 2024 to address these critical issues. The impacts of climate change are profound for older persons in Latin America. SEI and HelpAge International are hosting a webinar on 28 November 2024 to address these critical issues.

]]> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:16:41 +0000 https://www.sei.org/events/webinar-global-ageing-climate-change-latin-america/ Event Seminario web: envejecimiento global y cambio climático – diálogo regional América Latina https://www.sei.org/events/webinar-global-ageing-climate-change-latin-america-espanol/ Los impactos del cambio climático son profundos para las personas mayores en América Latina. SEI y HelpAge International organizarán un seminario web el 28 de noviembre de 2024 para abordar estos temas críticos. Los impactos del cambio climático son profundos para las personas mayores en América Latina. SEI y HelpAge International organizarán un seminario web el 28 de noviembre de 2024 para abordar estos temas críticos.

]]> Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:59:31 +0000 https://www.sei.org/events/webinar-global-ageing-climate-change-latin-america-espanol/ Event