Climate adaptation is a dynamic and complex process. This includes risk assessment, adaptation planning, implementation, and monitoring at different scales. Adaptation strategies vary according to specific types of climate hazards, geographical scales, and time frames. However, limited knowledge while dealing with several uncertainties is a major challenge. CSTEP's scientific strategies can help policymakers design and prioritise adaptation measures to meet our climate agenda.
Training report on climate change: Science, impacts, and solutions
The report summarises the outcomes of a training programme held from 7 to 12 April 2025 at the State Institute of Training and Extension (SITE) in Bhubaneswar. The training aimed to build a foundational understanding among stakeholders regarding the science of climate change, its current and projected impacts, and potential adaptation and mitigation strategies.
Climate-Smart Agriculture Alliance
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (DA&FE), Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Gates Foundation; Center for the Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP); and Catalyst Management Services (CMS) launched a multi-stakeholder partnership to promote Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Climate-Resilient Agriculture (CRA) practices in the state.
Intern (CSA CBA)
We are seeking a Research Intern to support data collection, collation, and preliminary analysis for a field-based study in Puri District, Odisha. The intern will work under the Adaptation and Risk Analysis team within the Climate, Environment and Sustainability sector. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about agriculture, environmental economics, and development policy to gain hands-on research experience.
Intern (Geo-Spatial Biodiversity Analysis)
We are seeking a highly motivated MTech/MSc student with a background in environmental science, ecology, geoinformatics, or related fields to assist in biodiversity data processing and geospatial analysis for the Bengaluru region. The work supports a larger initiative on Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) and climate-resilient urban planning in Bengaluru.
Responsibilities
Intern
We are seeking a highly motivated intern currently enrolled in an MTech/MSc programme with a background in data science, remote sensing, geoinformatics, environmental science, urban studies, or related disciplines. The intern will support the Adaptation and Risk Analysis team in the preparation and analysis of land use and land cover (LULC) maps for the Bengaluru district using the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform. The work supports a larger initiative on Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) and climate-resilient urban planning in Bengaluru.
Senior Associate (Urban Flood Modelling)
We are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Adaptation and Risk Analysis team within the Climate, Environment and Sustainability sector. The role will focus on urban flood modelling to contribute to ongoing research on climate resilience in Indian cities.
Responsibilities
Consultant (Value Chain Analysis / Cost-Benefit Analysis of Climate Smart Agriculture Practices)
The Research Consultant will be involved in the project ‘Odisha Climate Support Unit nested within the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha’, to promote Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) for a resilient Odisha. The Consultant will lead and support value chain and cost–benefit assessments of agricultural practices promoted through the project.