Shaping political and social change, empowering people and communities, improving policy and building effective institutions are central to a sustainable future. SEI works toward more functional, transparent and representative systems of governance.
Our research focuses on the effectiveness, efficiency and fairness of the international climate finance regime, but also looks beyond it, at how the global financial system at large either supports or undermines the societal transitions needed to achieve sustainable development.
SEI report / This report explores the barriers that hinder finance flows for climate adaptation in four Asian countries: Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal and Thailand.
SEI geopolitics research examines the dynamic interactions between politics, natural resources, human security and global environmental change.
Perspective / Ahead of the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels in Colombia, SEI experts name their priorities for advancing a fossil-free future.
Technological innovation can play a central role in transforming society for sustainable outcomes. SEI examines the conditions that enable new, green technologies to flourish.
SEI report / This report provides guidance for Malmö to leverage sufficiency-oriented approaches to reduce consumption-based emissions and engage citizens in climate action.
Technological innovation can play a central role in transforming society for sustainable outcomes. SEI examines the conditions that enable new, green technologies to flourish.
Event on 22 May / Discover how community energy in the UK can scale social and environmental impact through citizen-led approaches and insights from SEI York's research.
What laws, regulations and actions support sustainable outcomes? SEI is concerned with identifying policies and processes that lead to efficient and effective solutions.
SEI report / This report provides guidance for Malmö to leverage sufficiency-oriented approaches to reduce consumption-based emissions and engage citizens in climate action.
The Sustainable Development Goals reflect a global consensus that economic, social and environmental aspects of development are inextricably linked and mutually dependent. SEI offers scientific support to the conceptualization, implementation and follow-up of the goals.
Past event / The 13th APFSD will take place on 24-27 February 2026 at the United Nations Conference Center (UNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand.
