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The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) developed a spatial multi-criteria model based on 53 structured interviews to analyze the drivers of migration in a climate-vulnerable region, finding that migration decisions are based on individual calculations where economic and social factors are prioritized over environmental factors.

This guide, a collaboration between the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Holy See, outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, water and air pollution, and unsustainable consumption. It emphasizes that the most vulnerable populations suffer the most from these issues and calls for a fundamental shift toward circular economies, regenerative agriculture, and social justice to protect the planet.

A guide produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, inspired by Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato si’. The document outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, water scarcity, air pollution, and unsustainable consumption, advocating for a fundamental shift from exploitative economic models to stewardship and social justice.

A guide produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Holy See's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato si’. The document outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice, advocating for a radical shift from an exploitative relationship with nature to one of stewardship and care.

This guide, a joint initiative by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Holy See's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice. Inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical 'Laudato si’', the document advocates for a fundamental shift from an economy of exploitation and fossil fuel dependence to one based on care, circularity, and social equity to ensure a livable planet for future generations.

This guide, a joint initiative by the Holy See and the Stockholm Environment Institute, outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice. Inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato si’, it advocates for a fundamental shift from an exploitative relationship with the planet to one based on protection and care, emphasizing the need for systemic economic changes and a transition to clean energy to ensure a sustainable future for all.

This guide, a joint initiative by the Holy See and the Stockholm Environment Institute, synthesizes current data on the ecological crisis to stimulate action and debate. Inspired by Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato si’, it addresses the interconnectedness of climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice, calling for a fundamental transformation of economic and social systems.

A guide produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Holy See's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, based on Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato si’. It outlines the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice, urging a radical shift in economic systems and consumption patterns to protect the planet.

This report analyzes Green Public Procurement (GPP) in the EU, highlighting that public procurement accounts for 15% of global GHG emissions. It focuses on the construction and road transport sectors—each contributing 12% of government procurement emissions—and provides 17 recommendations based on case studies from eight EU Member States to harmonize fragmented policies and help the EU achieve a 55% emissions reduction by 2030.

This research paper examines the contested nature of legitimacy within global environmental governance, specifically focusing on the management of transboundary climate risks (TCRs) within agricultural supply chains.

The Genesee-Finger Lakes Emissions Scenario report, produced by the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, outlines a project to assess the region's climate footprint and identify emission reduction pathways to guide a future Climate Action Strategy.

This policy brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the implementation of Green Public Procurement (GPP) across eight EU Member States, focusing on the road transport and construction sectors. It identifies significant gaps between stated climate targets and actual procurement practices, highlighting barriers such as fragmented governance, lack of standardized data, and limited capacity among procurement officers. The document provides best practice examples from various regions and offers 17 policy recommendations to harmonize GPP across the EU to support the 2030 climate target of a net 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

This Stockholm Environment Institute report analyzes the global interactions between the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement under a 1.5°C climate boundary condition. Using expert perceptions and a cross-impact matrix, the study finds that most interactions are synergetic (62%), suggesting that climate-resilient development is possible. Key accelerators for progress include the mobilization of climate finance and the mainstreaming of climate policy into national strategies. The report highlights that addressing root causes of vulnerability (poverty, inequality, and basic service access) is essential for building global resilience.

The Stockholm Environment Institute has introduced WASH Flows, a Microsoft Excel-based analytical tool that integrates household-level water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) data with watershed-scale hydrological modelling. By linking these traditionally siloed disciplines, the tool allows users to estimate service baselines, identify community vulnerabilities, and model the impact of interventions on water quality and availability. A case study in the Tupiza watershed, Bolivia, demonstrated the tool's ability to identify critical gaps in safely managed water and sanitation and to propose infrastructure solutions that enhance community resilience to drought.

The Mekong Thought Leadership and Think Tanks Network is a 3-year program supported by the Australian Government's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Led by the Stockholm Environment Institute - Asia Centre, the program aims to develop evidence-based solutions for water, energy, and development challenges in the Mekong Region to improve policy and practice for vulnerable and marginalized communities.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines how climate change impacts on crop yields for wheat, rice, and maize may be transmitted across borders through global food trade networks between 2070 and 2099.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute evaluates the potential for short-lived climate pollutant (SLCP) mitigation resulting from Costa Rica's decarbonization plan, identifying specific emission reduction targets and the cross-sectoral policy synergies required to overcome implementation barriers.

This study evaluates the inclusion of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) and air pollutant mitigation in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) submitted between 2015 and 2022, finding a significant increase in both explicit priorities and specific mitigation measures post-2020.

This policy brief by the Stockholm Environment Institute describes research on PM2.5 exposure among grill workers in Vientiane, Lao PDR. It highlights that while street grill emissions have a low impact on overall city air pollution, individual workers face high localized exposure, with women being disproportionately affected due to gender roles and lack of social protections in the informal food economy.

The Stockholm Environment Institute's 2023 report analyzes emission reduction scenarios for the Genesee-Finger Lakes region. It finds that while a 'high ambition' scenario can meet New York State's 2030 climate targets, none of the analyzed scenarios achieve the 85% reduction required by 2050. Key challenges include significant emissions from dairy cow enteric fermentation and large-scale landfills, while key opportunities lie in grid decarbonization, vehicle electrification, and agricultural manure management.