Africa

Why land-based mitigation is key to net-zero emissions

Perspective / Boosting carbon sinks is crucial in achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. But it has to be done right, and at scale.

National governments can unlock nearly $24 trillion by investing in zero-carbon cities

Press release / A new report from the Coalition for Urban Transitions is based off a three-year research effort from 50 leading institutions, including SEI.

¿Por qué el género importa en la adaptación climática?

Perspective / La equidad debe estar en el centro del diseño de políticas, prácticas e intervenciones de adaptación climática.

An expert elicitation of public acceptance of renewable energy in Kenya

Journal article / Quantitative public acceptance studies can help countries like Kenya achieve their climate and energy ambitions.

Building resilience while tackling climate-related security challenges

Feature / Building resilience in conflict prone areas often face a double dilemma: the lack of capacity to address climate driven risks while vulnerability increases.

A framework for mobilizing private finance and tracking the delivery of adaptation benefits

SEI working paper / This paper presents a conceptual framework that allows users to assess a country's practices for mobilizing private sector finance for adaptation.

Join the global movement for sustainable lifestyles

Press release / UN Environment, UnSchool and the Sustainable Lifestyles programme (co-led by SEI) is amplifying calls to action for sustainable lifestyles globally.

Adaptation Without Borders

Initiative / This initiative explores implications of transboundary climate risks and strengthens cooperation to meet the global challenge of adaptation to climate change.

How Asian rice and African riots make the case for global climate adaptation

Perspective / In a globalized world, the impacts of climate change cross borders. The Adaptation Without Borders initiative responds to this challenge.