From farms to forests to the world’s rapidly growing cities, SEI research explores the diverse sustainability aspects of how we live on land.
More than 65% of the world's population are projected to live in cities by 2050, with major implications resource use, energy, water and sanitation, and health and well-being. At the same time urbanization can bring benefits, especially efficiency gains. SEI examines these challenges in the round to advance sustainable urbanization.
Event on 23 October / SEI Asia will share insights on how rapidly growing cities are affecting resident wellbeing and how this interacts with the overall health of city systems.
Ecosystems clean water and air, regenerate soils, provide us with food and materials, and more. SEI works at the intersection between human needs and healthy ecosystems to protect human well-being over the long term.
Journal article / New mapping techniques indicate that deforestation related to rubber production is at least two to three times higher than previous estimates have suggested.
How can we meet the nutritional needs and expectations of a growing world population? And how do we do it without compromising long-term sustainability? SEI research explores the transition to sustainable food and agricultural systems.
Event on 15 November in Nairobi / AgriFoSe2030 will join SIANI to host a workshop in Nairobi on 15 November 2023 themed partnerships and collaborations for food system transformation.
Forests are some of the planet's most critical ecosystems, acting as carbon sinks, biomass factories and homes to rich biodiversity. SEI research looks at the impacts of land-use change and how to combine forest protection with the growing demand for land, food, energy and green space.
Journal article / New mapping techniques indicate that deforestation related to rubber production is at least two to three times higher than previous estimates have suggested.
How can we meet the growing global demand for food and other biomass-based products in a way that protects valuable ecosystems?
Feature / Discover cassava’s transformative journey from a Colombian root crop to the forefront of sustainable bioplastic innovation, guided by SEI’s research.
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