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31 March 2025

FLAM joins FireMIP

The Wildfire Climate Impacts and Adaptation Model (FLAM) from the Agriculture, Forestry, and Ecosystem Services Group (AFE) will contribute to the Fire Model Intercomparison Project (FireMIP). This collaboration provides an opportunity for FLAM to engage with the broader fire science community and contribute to the advancement of global fire modeling.

27 March 2025

A pioneering tool for global aging analysis

The World Aging Data Explorer (WADE) is a state-of-the-art platform that revolutionizes our understanding of global aging trends. WADE provides easy access to the innovative dynamic metrics of aging developed at IIASA. These metrics take the changing characteristics of people into account, thereby providing policymakers, researchers, and educators with a view of aging appropriate for our changing demographic environment.

25 March 2025

Tracking net-zero carbon debt: who is responsible for overshoot of the 1.5°C climate limit?

What is a fair way forward after the 1.5°C warming limit of the Paris Agreement has been breached? In a new study, IIASA researchers explore the concept of ‘net-zero carbon debt’ — a measure for assessing who bears greater responsibility for minimizing the climate overshoot.

Portrait of an Asian girl wearins a face mask to protect against PM 2.5 dust and air pollution.

21 March 2025

Strengthening policy for clean air and climate solutions in the ASEAN region

A new report released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), highlights the urgent need for integrated policies to address air pollution and climate change across Southeast Asia. IIASA researchers contributed as authors of the first chapter, laying the foundation for science-based policy action.

Green terraced fields in the mountain in Amhara province near city Weldiya with traditional african houses, Ethiopia agriculture concept

20 March 2025

IIASA and Ethiopia explore research collaboration in innovation and sustainability

On 19 March 2025, IIASA hosted a virtual workshop with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Innovation and Technology and the National Research Foundation of South Africa. The event explored research and innovation opportunities to support Ethiopia’s strategic development goals, focusing on areas such as climate change, food security, and sustainable energy.

20 March 2025

Solutions to urgent environmental protection challenges in Vietnam

Zbigniew Klimont, who leads the Pollution Management Research Group in the IIASA Energy, Climate, and Environment Program, was invited to share the group's expertise in assisting cities to mitigate air pollution at a recent conference co-organized by the Hanoi People's Committee and the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) - the IIASA National Member Organization for Vietnam and its scholarly community.

Evening in Astana Kazakhstan. Full moon rising over Astana Kazakhstan landmark and residential buildings

19 March 2025

Eurasian Carbon Project Strengthens Ties with Kazakhstani Policy-makers to Advance Carbon Farming in the Country

The Eurasian Carbon Project is deepening its cooperation with Kazakhstan as the country moves forward with national efforts to integrate carbon farming into its climate and land-use strategies.

Adaptation Pathways and Scenarios for Climate Change Research Workshop,17-21 February, Lorentz Center, Leiden, Netherlands

17 March 2025

SPARCCLE Researcher Marina Andrijevic Leads the Organization of the ‘Adaptation Pathways and Scenarios for Climate Change Research’ Workshop

Adaptation to climate change is becoming increasingly urgent, yet global assessments still struggle to answer pressing questions: Where will adaptation be most needed? Which actors must adapt, and what barriers stand in the way? These challenges were at the heart of the ‘Adaptation Pathways and Scenarios for Climate Change Research’ workshop, held from 17th to 21st February at the Lorentz Center in Leiden, Netherlands.

Group of refugees outlined against the setting sun.

17 March 2025

Addressing the needs of vulnerable populations unable to move away from climate risk areas

People in informal settlements, urban deprived areas, refugee camps, prisons, and war zones can be particularly vulnerable to climate threats and natural hazards. A new study, led by IIASA researchers, explores how policymakers can ease their burden.

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