Participation

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Sámi trust in hydropower governance: A survey study

Journal article / This paper presents survey results from Sweden's Sámi population, examining trust in state and industry actors governing hydropower.

13 November 2024 / About Participation, Public policy and Water resources

An Indigenous health worker wearing traditional headdress and a face mask assists an elderly woman, who is also wearing a mask. A nurse in a white coat stands on the other side, helping to support the woman.

In crises, who cares?

Perspective / Climate crises disproportionately burden caregivers, yet G20 policies overlook their needs, risking greater harm without inclusive, care-sensitive planning.

13 November 2024 / About Adaptation, Disaster Risk, Participation, Public policy and Wellbeing

People walking under a large red umbrella during a rain shower on a city street, with colourful, weathered buildings in the background and onlookers standing in doorways.

Just resilience: just transitions towards a more equal and climate resilient society 

Past event / This official side event at COP29 will explore the connection between just transitions and adaptation through the emerging concept of “just resilience.”

11 November 2024 / About Adaptation, Climate policy, Disaster Risk, Finance and Participation

Aerial view of coal mine in South Africa

Implementing just transitions: takeaways from South Africa

SEI brief / This brief summarizes the dynamics and challenges of the just transition from coal in South Africa.

11 November 2024 / About Business, Climate policy, Fossil fuels, Participation and Public policy

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SEI at CBD COP16

Past event / Join SEI at CBD COP16 in Colombia to explore innovative solutions for advancing global biodiversity action and sustainable development.

21 October 2024 / About Adaptation, Bioeconomy, Ecosystems, Participation, Supply Chains and Sustainable Development Goals

Three youth advocates standing in front of a conference screen displaying “4th ASEAN Environmental Law Conference: Using Law to Protect Environmental Rights in ASEAN.” They are in Bangkok, Thailand, participating in discussions about environmental rights and policies in Southeast Asia.

Speaking truth to power: the journey of youth in bolstering environmental rights in Southeast Asia

Perspective / Youth play a vital role in addressing environmental crises yet they face major barriers in policymaking arenas.

1 November 2024 / About Climate policy, Disaster Risk, Participation and Wellbeing

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Co-creating the future: exploring practices of citizen science research across Europe

Journal article / This paper shares learnings from a discussion on co-creation practices across Europe, which we led at the 2024 European Citizen Science Association conference.

21 October 2024 / About Participation

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Evaluating Bangkok’s Pocket Parks

Project / The project assesses how Bangkok’s pocket parks enhance urban wellbeing, accessibility, and environmental benefits, informing inclusive urban planning policies.

2024 / About Cities, Participation and Wellbeing

A large group of people in traditional, colourful clothing participating in an event outdoors. The crowd is gathered in a circle, some holding flags, with trees and tents visible in the background under a hazy sky.

Brackets of power: the fight for environmental justice in Southeast Asia

Perspective / As ASEAN develops its declaration on environmental rights, brackets become a battleground for the future of people and the planet.

30 September 2024 / About Adaptation and Participation