Our work
We work with partners to create a fairer future, where both people and the natural world can thrive. Our strategy (2019-2024) commits us to building on our strengths, collaborating with partners and delivering impact.
We are working on more than 150 active projects around the world. These featured projects illustrate our ways of working:
Our work
Explore all our work
Much of our work addresses complex and connected global issues. To help visitors to this site navigate to the most relevant information, we have organised our pages under 21 research categories. You can browse through the categories, or use the search box below to find specific projects
Exploring the links between biodiversity, conservation and local livelihoods
Promoting equitable global governance, resilience and adaptation to climate change
Using communications for influence, impact and shared learning
Building climate resilience, productivity and equity in the drylands
Economic solutions that work for people, planet and prosperity
Driving pro-poor energy access and responsible operations
Research and action to inspire sustainable fisheries
Promoting fair and resilient food systems and consumption
Improving livelihoods and justice for those living in and around forests, and ensuring forests and biodiversity are managed sustainably
Exploring the gender dimensions of sustainable development
Developing tools and tactics for just and fair governance at all levels
Accelerating the transition to green and fair economies
Strengthening land rights to support local livelihoods and fairer investments
Using the law to protect environments and livelihoods
Generating the right evidence at the right time, for people at local, national and global level
Promoting local control for the sustainable use of natural resources
Supporting policies and plans that deliver sustainable development at all levels
Addressing the root causes of poverty and improving access to basic needs
Using markets to secure positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes
Addressing urban environmental issues for cities that work for people and planet
Ensuring fair and sustainable water governance
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Our strategy
Our 2019-2024 strategy sets out how we aim to Make Change Happen and fight for a fairer future for all
Research excellence
Ensuring that our evidence and research are of the highest quality is vital to our credibility
Our partnerships
Partnerships are at the heart of our work: we have more than 350 partnerships working in 60 countries
Our funding
We are committed to financial transparency: our annual reports provide detailed financial information