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Mistra Geopolitics Board Member, Robert Egnell honoured by the King of Sweden

The Vice-Chancellor of the Swedish Defence University, Robert Egnell, who sits on the Board of Mistra Geopolitics has been awarded the Kings Medal in a ceremony at the Royal Palace.

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Unleashing Sweden’s innovation potential: A blueprint for the green transition

Carlsen argues that innovation is required at the societal level and that the state must play a much more active role in the green transition.

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How will artificial intelligence influence climate science?

In a commentary for One Earth, Mistra Geopolitics researchers discuss why AI play an important role in creating long-term climate scenarios.

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Media advisory: What does the COP28 agreement entail?

On 19 December, an esteemed panel will share insights into the COP28 negotiations and what they mean for the climate challenge facing the world's countries.

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The impact of our research school: three paths and visions for the future

PhD students connected to Mistra Geopolitics Research School share their journey, insights and vision for the future.

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New report shows UN climate diplomacy at crossroads

A new report shows that many feel the urgency of the climate crisis and urges for deeper reforms of UN climate diplomacy.

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‘Leaving no one behind’ in the transition to climate neutrality

‘A just fossil free transition: what does it mean for Sweden?’ was discussed during a panel debate, hosted by Eva Lövbrand at Linköping University.

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An opportunity or a concern: understanding AI in sustainability

A new study identifies the four main applications of AI in the EU, the UN and the World Economic Forum, as well as the risks these may pose.

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“Sustainable Development Goal progress must be unified, integrated, and universal”

In Nature Sustainability, experts from Mistra Geopolitics and SEI give 11 recommendations to help return SDG implementation to the core.

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Q&A: Why and how G20 leaders should support the UN High Seas Treaty

Elin Leander shares insights on how G20 members and other nations can take a stand supporting the UN High Seas Treaty and why it matters.

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Mistra Geopolitics at the Swedish political week in Almedalen

Director Björn-Ola Linnér, Dr Karina Barquet and Professor Fredrik Heintz will contribute to several public events during Sweden’s political week in Almedalen 2023.

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‘Ecocide should be recognised as a violation of international law’

Mistra Geopolitics researchers share their view on what the Swedish government should do regarding the attack on the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant.

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Mistra Geopolitics in the spotlight: 2022’s most influential climate conversations

Mistra Geopolitics researchers were quoted in over 500 news media articles in 2022, a 23% increase in media exposure compared to 2021.

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Mistra Geopolitics’ Co-Director appointed to high-level strategic foresight panel

Dr. Henrik Carlsen, Co-Director of Mistra Geopolitics and SEI Senior Research Fellow, has been appointed to the UNEP-ISC Foresight Expert Panel.

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Interviews with Mistra Geopolitics scholars’

Interviews with PhD students in the programme's research school, which trains scholars in geopolitics and sustainable development analysis.

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Loss and Damage and Climate Negotiations workshop in Fiji

An international workshop on loss and damage in Fiji provided a space for strengthening collaborations and increase knowledge sharing.

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Economic growth forecasts ignore the effects of armed conflict

New research shows that existing economic forecasting vastly underestimate the impact of conflict on marginalized countries.

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Geopolitics and decarbonization: global actors and local impacts

Researchers shared the latest insights on circularity, the production gap and energy transition from the decarbonization research theme

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Highlights from the Mistra Geopolitics annual conference 2023

Experts shared the latest insights from the research themes of food security, sustainable oceans, decarbonization and foresight in Sigtuna.

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What role do Civil Society Organizations play in Arctic governance?

SIPRI's Research Analyst, Emilie Broek, shared how Civil Society Organizations engage in Arctic Governance at Arctic Frontiers 2023.

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Film: How can artificial intelligence contribute to Agenda 2030?

In a new film experts discuss the importance of foresight, emerging technologies and artificial intelligence to achieve the SDGs.

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COP27 post-match analysis: What has the media missed?

In this online dialogue professor Björn-Ola Linnér facilitated discussions where experts shared insights from COP27.

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Security for whom? Dr. Zhou’s reflections on conflicting narratives around security

Dr. Jiayi Zhou shares insights about her research on conflicting narratives around security in the current geopolitical environment.  

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How do international organizations respond to climate risks?

In this journal article Bremberg and co-authors explores what underpins policy actions for climate security in international organizations.

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Film: The geopolitics of decarbonization, finance and trade

In a new film Torbjörn Hamnmark, Dan Smith, Daria Ivleva and Taylor Dimsdale discuss the geopolitics of decarbonization, finance and trade.

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Launch seminar for new report on climate, migration and political choices

A new report on climate change and migration with a focus on future scenarios and political choices will be launched on 8 November.

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Information challenges for humanitarian response to climate shocks in fragile settings

Insights from the Stockholm World Water Week session "Humanitarian responses to climate-related shocks in fragile settings: information challenges."

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Sweden’s exposure to climate risks via global trade requires a strong climate adaptation agenda

A new report by SEI and Mistra Geopolitics highlights climate risks connected to Sweden's consumption and trade of input goods.

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Henrik Carlsen in SVT Agenda on Russia and climate change

Mistra Geopolitics Co-Director Henrik Carlsen talks about Nord Stream, the hybrid war and how Russia should think ahead in SVT Agenda.

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