Leading the Way in Climate and Development Solutions for Africa
The ACDI is a university-wide institute at the University of Cape Town which supports collaborative research and training in climate change and development. ACDI is at the forefront of innovative research, shaping Africa’s journey towards low-carbon, equitable, and climate-resilient societies.
Latest Highlights from ACDI
UCT highlights rights and climate justice globally
ACDI participates in the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit on 5 June. This global 24-hour event brought together institutions from across the world to address the intersection of climate change and human rights.
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ACDI launches new strategy for impact
ACDI launches new strategy for impact, advancing climate change and development research through African-led research, capacity development and collaboration
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UCT project addresses heat risks in vulnerable communities
ACDI-based research project, Heat Adaptation Benefits for Vulnerable groups In Africa (HABVIA), recently participated in the HeatNexus convening, highlighting its work on heat adaptation in vulnerable communitie
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UCT students excel at SDG Summer School and Olympiad
Three University of Cape Town (UCT) students, supported by the ALBATROSS Project, have made a significant impact at the 2024 SDG Summer School in Geneva and the subsequent SDG Olympiad in Paris.
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