Najam Discusses Vatican’s Climate Activism Under the New Pope
Prof. Najam talks about Pope Francis’s climate advocacy and how Pope Leo is expected to embody it in a BBC podcast.
Gallagher Argues for Reducing Consumers’ Climate Burden
Kevin Gallagher, Professor of Global Development Policy at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Director of the Global Development Policy Center (GDP Center), was interviewed by the New York Times on fossil fuel subsidies and the transition to green energy. The article, titled “Why Are Taxpayers Propping Up the Fossil Fuel Industry,” centered around cutting taxes,…
Selin Publishes “One Earth” Article on Global Mercury Governance
Focusing on mercury discharges from the two largest sources globally, Professor Selin examines connections between major aspects of the mercury issue and the global sustainable development agenda.
Najam Discusses U.S.-Pakistan Relations at International American Studies Conference
“Before we can ever see a shift in U.S.-Pakistan relations we will first have to see a shift in how we think about (imagine) U.S.-Pakistan relations.”
GDP Center Paper Explains Impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Indonesia
Chinese investment in Indonesia is unique from other BRI projects, as it’s concentrated in the environmentally sensitive sectors of the metals industry and infrastructure. This GDP Center research compares the environmental risks between FDI projects and identifies Indigenous communities that may be impacted by multiple risks
Najam Moderates High-Level UN ECOSOC Discussion on SDGs
In leading the discussion with leading academic and policy leaders working on the SDGs, Professor Najam notes that “the most important determinants of what the global tomorrow may hold is the actions we take, or not take, today.”
Selin Co-Authors Article on Human–Technical–Environmental Systems Framework
In their analysis, Professors Henrik and Noelle Selin found that “further application of the HTE framework and the identification of insights can help develop systems-oriented analysis, and inform societal efforts to advance sustainability, as well as contribute to the formulation of empirically grounded middle-range theories related to sustainability systems and sustainability transitions.”
Najam Speaks to WWF Leadership on World Affairs and Conservation
Dean Najam argues that maintaining a focus on the great global challenges of our times, such as sustainable development and conservation, is even more important when these ideas are begin challenged by other geopolitical forces.
Selin Co-Authors Journal Article Exploring Impact of Private Governance on Multilateralism
Professor Selin argues that private governance – the enactment of state-like governance functions by non-state actors – can undermine the potential for international state-based governance to become more stringent; such is the case for international pesticide governance.
Selin’s “Mercury Stories” Awarded Runner Up for ESS Sprout Award
The Sprout Award is given annually to the best book in the field of international environmental studies – one that makes a contribution to theory and interdisciplinarity, shows rigor and coherence in research and writing, and offers accessibility and practical relevance.
Garčević Discusses Use of Energy as an Instrument of Global Influence
In his remarks, Ambassador Garčević discussed energy vulnerability as a segment of the overall economic and political instability of the Western Balkans and where the EU stands in the Eastern Mediterranean geopolitical equation.
Najam Keynote Explores Issues of Human Security and Development
“This is the age of adaptability. Climate change is no longer a future issue. Anyone who talks about it as if it is a future issue is lying.”
Gallagher and Ma Offer Insight on U.S. and China Climate Change Promises
“If [the United States and China] could set aside their differences and explore frameworks of substantial cooperation, they could provide a sizable boost to global climate efforts.”
Selin Interviewed on Top Books on Periodic Table
Professor Selin talks through some of his favorite books about various chemical elements and explains why they’re vital to understanding the world around us.
Janine Ferretti Appointed to World Bank Leadership Position
Professor Ferretti will assume the role of VP, Office of Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) on or around January 1, 2021.
Najam in CERP Podcast on COVID-19 Impacts on Climate Policy
Dean Adil Najam explored the lessons to be learned from the environmental impact of COVID-19 on a recent CERP podcast.
Najam Participates in Panel on Climate Change and the Nation State
Dean Adil Najam discussed evolving global and national climate policy during a recent Afkar e Taza ThinkFest panel.
Najam Speaks at Environment Conferences at HBS and the Fletcher School
Dean Adil Najam spoke at two conferences related to environmental policies held at the Fletcher School (Tufts University) and at the Harvard Business School.
Najam Speaks at Workshop on Environment and Religion
Dean Adil Najam spoke at an international workshop on “Abrahamic Traditions and Environmental Change” held on the island of Rhodes, Greece.
Selin Gives Talk on Environmental Impact of Mercury
Prof. Henrik Selin gave a talk about humans’ use of mercury over a 5000-year period, and its environmental impact.