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This report details the achievements of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) from 2018 to 2021, focusing on its 'knowledge-into-action' services. The program shifted leadership to an alliance of non-profit organisations based in the global South to provide tailored climate knowledge and support for policy design and implementation in developing countries.

This policy brief examines the critical role of peri-urban ecosystems in India, highlighting how rapid urbanisation and ambiguous administrative boundaries lead to the neglect of these areas. It argues that preserving peri-urban ecosystems is essential for city resilience, food security, and climate adaptation, and recommends integrated, participatory planning to bridge the rural-urban divide.

This report explores the economic impact of temperature on shelter in Pakistan's rapidly growing cities, focusing on the need for adaptive, resilient designs to mitigate the effects of temperature increases and other natural hazards.

This report by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) distils the findings of the IPCC's Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) specifically for South Asia. It outlines how climate change is already impacting the region through temperature extremes and sea-level rise, and projects future risks including food and water shortages, flood damage, and heat-related mortality. The document emphasizes the necessity of integrating adaptation and mitigation into long-term development planning to avoid 'maladaptation' and leverage co-benefits across sectors such as agriculture, energy, transport, and urban planning.

This 2013 fact sheet from the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) outlines its activities and partnerships in India aimed at promoting climate compatible development. The document details specific projects focusing on urban heat responses, gender-responsive state action plans, community radio for adaptation knowledge, and resilient housing. It also highlights a 'silent disaster' in Ladakh involving massive livestock loss due to extreme snowfall and provides a critical analysis of the challenges facing State Action Plans for Climate Change (SAPCCs) in India.

This December 2012 fact sheet from the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) outlines its technical assistance, research projects, and policy influence in India. The document highlights efforts to integrate Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) with climate change adaptation, mainstream gender in state action plans, and promote low-carbon construction.

This report synthesises research on the role of gender equality in achieving climate compatible development, focusing on urban settings in India, Kenya, and Peru. It argues that gender-sensitive approaches—which address power imbalances and diverse needs rather than just women's practical requirements—lead to more sustainable and effective climate resilience outcomes.