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Our independent analyses of the complex interactions among co-evolving systems aid decision-makers in confronting multiple, interwoven challenges.

Earth Systems
Changes and risks to interconnected land, ocean, atmosphere and biosphere systems
Managed Resources
Changes and risks to managed agriculture, water, land and energy systems
Infrastructure & Investment
Physical and transition risk; adaptation and resilience to climate change and extreme events
Energy Transition
National and global projections of the future energy mix; prospects for different sectors and technologies
Policy Scenarios
Environmental and economic change under different climate, air pollution, and economic policies
Regional Analysis
Science and policy studies at subnational, national and multinational levels

Research Tools

Our state-of-the-art models and analytical methods project global and regional changes and potential risks under different policy scenarios.​

Global Framework

Simulates the interplay between Earth and human systems

Earth System Component

Simulates physical, dynamical and chemical processes in the atmosphere, land, ocean and cryosphere

Human System Component

Simulates the evolution of economic, demographic, trade and technological processes

Risk Analysis

Analytical methods to quantify uncertainty at global and regional scales

Upcoming Event

April 21, 2021
Francesca Dominici to deliver 18th Annual Henry W. Kendall Memorial Lecture
Data science to Inform environmental policy during the COVID-19 pandemic  
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Joint Program News

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News Release
Negative emissions, positive economy
How bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) could help stabilize the climate without breaking the bank
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News Release
Mitigation of CO2 emissions from international shipping through national allocation

Allocating CO2 to the “owner country” best meets equity and effectiveness criteria

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In The News
COVID-19 as a catalyst for change in the move towards net zero emissions

 An interview with Dr. John M. Reilly (Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Social Impact Review)

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In The News
The Roads to Carbon Neutral: Episode 1 - The Climate Issue

Joint Program Co-Director Emeritus John Reilly featured in CNBC/Total advertorial

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