SDC
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.
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.
Assessment of Glacier and Permafrost Hazards in Mountain Regions: Technical Guidance Document
This technical guidance document provides a structured and comprehensive approach to hazard assessment underpinned by latest scientific understanding. It has been produced as a resource for international and national agencies, responsible authorities and private companies.
Making renewable energy investments sustainable through grid-connected solar pumps in Bangladesh
This study argues that grid integration can offer a one-stop solution for increasing the capacity utilization of solar panels and helping Bangladesh meet its renewable energy targets by utilizing the existing solar infrastructure.
Grid-connected solar irrigation in Nepal
This project explores grid-connected solar irrigation and answer policy questions on the best techno-institutional model for grid integration in Nepal.
Improving equity outcomes in the solar irrigation subsidy delivery mechanism in Nepal
This study assesses Nepal’s renewable energy policies and subsidy delivery mechanism in relation to solar irrigation. In particular, it considers equity considerations.
A world without glaciers – How can scientists contribute to enhancing climate ambition, in Switzerland and beyond?
Watch a video of an event presenting the most recent IPCC findings (focussing on Working Group 1) and discussing how to raise the ambition level for achieving international climate goals in mountain and polar regions.
Evidence-based Decisions to Improve Air Quality in Cúcuta, Colombia
Explore the evidence and scientific findings for the Air Quality Management Plan of the city of Cúcuta, Colombia.
Keeping the Taps Running in a Changing Climate- UN CC:eLearn course
This tutorial by UN CC:e-Learn introduces the concept of mainstreaming climate change adaptation into water resources.