SDC Climate, Disaster Risk Reduction & Environment (CDE)
The SDC Network Climate, DRR and Environment is hosted by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).
Leveraging LoCAL experience in support of climate change negotiations – UN CC:e-Learn course
The course aims to provide a solid understanding of the UNFCCC negotiation framework, including its governing and subsidiary bodies, negotiating groups, financial mechanisms, and a focus on climate change adaptation.
Developing skills for women leadership in climate action – UN CC:e-Learn course
Empower yourself to lead inclusive, equitable climate actions with this course designed to inspire and equip women and girls with the skills needed to tackle the climate crisis.
Unlocking NGO potential for effective weather, water and climate services
This report explores how NGOs can strengthen weather, water, and climate services (WWCS) to enhance disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation, offering practical recommendations, case studies, and tools to bridge gaps between scientific data and vulnerable communities for resilient development.
Solar Irrigation for Agriculture Resilience in South Asia (SoLAR)
The SDC-funded SoLAR project aims to promote solar irrigation as a water-energy solution for climate-resilient and socially inclusive agrarian livelihoods in South Asia.
Farmer responses to solar irrigation in India: Agent-based modelling to understand sustainable transitions
This study applies an agent-based modelling method in the context of solar irrigation and its likely impact on farmers’ incomes and groundwater sustainability in India.
Tail-end solar plants in India: A quick assessment of the chief minister’s Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) in Maharashtra
This study assesses the progress made by the Maharashtra State Government’s Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana, its impacts on farmers and groundwater as well as its potential and roadblocks.
SCA-Himalayas project-Landslide analysis with radar data in the Indian Himalayas
Learn about the SCA-Himalayas project which is addressing climate risks in the mountainous context, including landslides, floods and changes in water resource availability.
Climate, DRR and Environment Nexus Brief: Mountains in a Changing Climate
This nexus brief synthesizes the findings of recent publications on mountains and climate change and looks at strategies for successful adaptation.
LC3 – A Sustainable Alternative for the Cement Industry
Learn about Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3), a new low-carbon blended cement that allows cement manufacturers to reduce the CO2 emissions from production.
Webinar on Sustainable Groundwater Management
Listen to expert speakers share their perspectives on sustainable groundwater management from the point of view of China, various regions and globally.
