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.
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 (Embedding Water Security under Climate Adaptation & Risk Analysis)
The consultant will contribute towards conducting detailed policy reviews and ecosystem mapping of water and allied sectors in India under the Water Ecosystem Mapping project.
About the project
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.
CSTEP’s study on rising sea levels in Indian coastal cities mentioned in an article in The Cool Down
Whither our city?
The past week has been bleak in Bengaluru. What initially brought relief to the hot summers quickly turned into a nightmare. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city has already breached the 100 mm rainfall/day mark this month, classifying the event as ‘heavy rainfall’. The high-intensity rains over the past few days have disrupted lives, resulting in waterlogged roads, submerged underpasses, overflowing drains, fallen trees, and widespread power outages.
Climate risk profile for the agriculture and allied sector in Odisha
Odisha’s agricultural and allied sectors, vital to the state’s economy, face mounting threats from climate change. These sectors are increasingly exposed and are vulnerable to climate extremes, posing significant risks to livelihoods and food security.