Expertise / Research & consultancy
Early warning & early action
Turning climate information into practical decisions, stronger preparedness and timely action.
Talk to our teamUnderstand the context.
Make the insight count.
Turning climate information into practical decisions, stronger preparedness and timely action.
An early warning system is useful when an alert can lead to an agreed decision. We examine the relationship between climate information, locally observed indicators, communication channels and the resources needed to act.
Our focus includes indicator and threshold analysis, drought and flood preparedness, and anticipatory action. We consider lead times, the roles of different actors and the practical conditions that influence whether information reaches the people who need it.
What we support
Focused capabilities.
A connected perspective.
Drought and flood preparedness
Anticipatory action frameworks
Our team brings together climate, social research, evaluation and environmental expertise. We select methods to match the question rather than applying a standard package to every context.
How we work
Designed around
the decision.
Clarify the context
We begin by understanding the purpose of the work, existing information, stakeholder needs and the decisions that will use the findings. This shapes a proportionate and locally relevant research design.
Engage inclusively
Participatory methods create space for different community perspectives. Informed consent, gender and social inclusion, and careful handling of participant information are built into the process.
Analyse and validate
Evidence is reviewed across sources, with technical quality checks and discussion of emerging findings. We distinguish observations, interpretations and recommendations, and explain uncertainty.
Communicate for use
Outputs are structured around practical decisions: clear findings, prioritised recommendations and accessible presentations that help stakeholders use the evidence.
Related thinking
Research & knowledgeTwo ways of knowing. A stronger basis for action.
Bringing community forecasting knowledge and climate science into a respectful, practical conversation.
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ExploreLet’s build what comes nextFrom understanding
From understanding
to lasting resilience.
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