This blog explores policies that promote fair access to clean energy, bridging social gaps, and nurturing community resilience.
Alleviating energy poverty through transitioning to low-carbon technologies Read More »
As the world grapples with the complex crisis of climate change, it has become increasingly evident that a robust solution demands an inclusive approach. This year, as we commemorate International Women’s Day under the theme “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”, we highlight the crucial role of women’s economic empowerment in promoting equality. The theme “Inspire
Transitions Research hosted a Policy Lab to co-create regional and country specific pathways for incorporating NbS in urban planning and governance to address urgent climate, development and biodiversity issues faced by growing mid-sized cities in South Asia in August 2023 in Colombo, Sri Lanka
With support from the Stockholm Environment Institute’s Strategic Collaborative Fund Phase 2, Transitions Research is organising a National Workshop on Integrating Equity and Reframing Nature-based Solutions on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023. Since the mid-2010s, Nature-based Solutions (NbS) have received growing attention in the discourse surrounding net-zero ambitions, restoring ecosystems for sequestration, and biodiversity conservation. This
India National Workshop: Integrating Equity and Reframing Urban Nature-based Solutions Read More »
Platform companies, governments, and regulatory bodies must work together to effectively address heat stress for vulnerable communities like delivery workers in Indian cities.
Too hot to deliver Read More »
The call for climate emergency is antithetical to the concept of climate justice and formulating action around the idea of ‘emergency’ needs to reflected upon more critically.
Why climate emergency and climate justice can’t go hand in hand Read More »
Do we have adequate legal and policy frameworks to address these complex issues in protecting our oceans?
In efforts to curb climate change, our oceans remain neglected Read More »
The future of forest conservation is linked to honouring the rights of tribal communities
The Forest Keepers’ Case Read More »
This series of case studies explores the social vulnerabilities that exacerbate climate impacts for communities in three cities: Agra, Delhi and Panaji
Climate change will continue to disproportionately impact vulnerable populations in Indian cities. Policies need to strengthen the agency and capacity of vulnerable communities to absorb, adapt and recover from the adverse effects of disasters without compromising their socio-economic development.
