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
ACDI researchers to showcase actionable climate research at Adaptation Futures 2025
Researchers from the African Climate and Development Initiative (ACDI) will participate in Adaptation Futures 2025, one of the leading international conferences on climate adaptation.
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UCT climate scientist on 2025 Forbes Sustainability Leaders list
Dr Romaric C Odoulami, a researcher with the African Climate and Development Initiative (ACDI) at the University of Cape Town (UCT), has been named among the 2025 Forbes Sustainability Leaders.
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Workshop lays groundwork for new Climate Action Innovation Lab
ACDI convened a collaborative workshop to explore the development of a proposed Climate Action Innovation Lab (CAILab). The session, brought together a diverse group from Cape Town’s climate ecosystem to shape this emerging concept.
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Nick Simpson participates in IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Cities Lead Author meeting
Dr Nicholas Simpson, co-Director of the Climate Risk Lab, played a key role in the Second Lead Author Meeting of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Special Report on Climate Change and Cities
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