Unveiling the interconnections between Climate Change, Humanitarian Operations, and the Sustainable Development Goals for the strengthening of the 2030 Agenda. 


CLIMHOPS aims to investigate the interconnections between the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to leverage policies addressing climate change and its impacts, with a focus on Humanitarian Operations policies. 


Considering that the triad (climate change, SDGs and humanitarian operations) is interdependent and dynamically complex, we adopt System Dynamics as a methodology to tackle the research question: what are the interconnections between climate change, the SDGs and humanitarian operations?


Start date: 26/12/2022   >>>  End date: 31/12/2026 

Focus Areas

Climate
Change

Humanitarian Operations

Sustainable Development Goals

System
Dynamics

Who We Are

Adriana
Leiras, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)

Vinicius Picanço
Rodrigues, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

University of Strathclyde - UK
Insper Institute of Education and Research - Brazil

Brenda de Farias Oliveira Cardoso, M.Sc.

Assistant Professor

State University of Pará (UEPA)

Luiza Ribeiro
Alves Cunha, Ph.D.

Researcher

University of São Paulo (USP)

Raissa Zurli Bittencourt Bravo, Ph.D.

Researcher

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)

Maria Angélica Gomes da Silva, M.Sc.

Researcher

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)

Eduardo Franco, Ph.D.

Researcher

University of São Paulo (USP)

Presentations

2024 International System Dynamics Conference in Bergen, Norway 

Charting the interconnections between Climate Change and Humanitarian Operations 

Link: https://systemdynamics.org/2024-international-system-dynamics-conference/

EurOMA 2024 Conference in Barcelona, Spain

The financial support effects on the progress of the Sustainable Development Goals 

Abstract: This research investigates the impact of investments on the global progress of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Financial support is instrumental in helping developing countries drive progress toward the SDGs. Using a panel data analysis, we explore the relationship between financial support, country income, and SDG scores. Additionally, we conduct exploratory data analyses for a sample of countries to further detail how investments influence specific SDGs. Our findings reveal there is a positive impact of both income and invested values on the SDG score. We also highlight sectors and SDGs that need more attention and the limitations of available data.

Link: https://euroma2024.org/

2024 IPSERA Conference in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Unfolding the complex interdependencies between the Sustainable Development Goals, Humanitarian Operations, and Climate Change 

Abstract: This paper aims to unpack the interconnections between the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 13) and the other SDGs to leverage policies to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of Climate Change (CC), emphasizing Humanitarian Operations (HO) policies. We developed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to systematize the insights and compile an exhaustive list of existing paths connecting the CC-SDG-HO triad. The main results indicate that CC is rapidly intensifying the frequency and severity of climate-related disasters – such as droughts, water scarcity, floods, fires and biodiversity loss – which have a profound impact on human health and well-being.

Link: https://ipsera2024.com/

2024 POMS Conference in Minneapolis, United States

Unveiling the Complex Interactions between Humanitarian Operations and SDGs 

Abstract: Disaster frequency has increased, pressuring for more Humanitarian Operations (HO). Disasters and HO are intrinsically linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a global commitment to a sustainable future for all. Amid this scenario, this research analyzes the interplay between disasters, HO and SDGs using a quantitative systems dynamics model.

Link: https://pomsmeetings.org/conf-2024/

2024 POMS-MIT Scale Conference in Cartagena, Colombia

Analyzing the interplay between climate change, humanitarian operations, and the Sustainable Development Goals: A conceptual framework 

Abstract: Climate Change (CC) refers to long-term changes and global weather patterns. The consequences of CC include intense droughts and floods, among other disasters. These disasters significantly affect the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and they are inextricably intertwined. Also, these disasters increase the demand for more assistance policies and, consequently, for more Humanitarian Operations (HO), seeking to balance short-term responses with long-term economic and social development interventions. In this context, this paper aims to map the interconnections between SDG 13 and the other SDGs to leverage policies to adapt to the impacts of CC, emphasizing HO policies. Given the problem’s interconnection and dynamically complex nature, we adopt system dynamics as a methodological approach. The findings are encapsulated in a causal loop diagram (CLD) based on the CC-SDG-HO triad, which captures the main interconnections among variables.

Link: https://scale.mit.edu/poms2024

2023 International System Dynamics Conference in Chicago, United States

Mapping Climate Change, Humanitarian Operations, and the Sustainable Development Goals Interplay

Abstract: Climate change exacerbates disasters, significantly hindering efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs). When disaster impacts exceed the capacity of affected communities to recover, humanitarian operations (HO) provide short-term responses and long-term development interventions. Therefore, this research aims to unpack the interconnections between SDG 13 (Climate Action) and the other SDGs to leverage policies to combat the impacts of Climate Change (CC), emphasizing HO policies. Considering that the CC-SDG-HO triad is interdependent and dynamically complex, we adopt System Dynamics as a methodology. The findings are encapsulated in a causal loop diagram. We are undertaking a Systematic Literature Review to document insights from papers and compile an exhaustive list of existing paths connecting the CC-SDG-HO triad. The results contribute to the knowledge of sustainable development and humanitarian operations, which will serve as a foundation for follow-on studies.

Link: https://systemdynamics.org/conference/ 

EurOMA 2023 Conference in Leuven, Belgium

Mapping the linkages between Climate Change, Humanitarian Operations, and the Sustainable Development Goals

Abstract: Climate Change (CC) refers to long-term temperature changes and global weather patterns. The consequences of CC include intense droughts and floods, among other disasters. These disasters significantly affect the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and they are inextricably intertwined. Also, these disasters increase the demand for more assistance policies and, consequently, for more Humanitarian Operations (HO), seeking to balance short-term responses with long-term economic and social development interventions. In this context, this paper aims to map the interconnections between SDG 13 and the other SDGs to leverage policies to combat the impacts of CC, emphasizing HO policies.

Link: https://euroma2023.org/ 

POMS 2023 Conference in Orlando, United States

Mapping the linkages between Climate Change, Humanitarian Operations, and SDGs

Abstract: Climate change exacerbates disasters, significantly hindering efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. When disaster impacts exceed the capacity of affected communities to recover, humanitarian operations provide short-term responses and long-term development interventions. Therefore, this paper aims to unpack the linkages between SDG 13 (Climate Action) and the other SDGs to leverage policies to address the impacts of climate change. Given the problem’s interconnection and dynamically complex nature, we adopt system dynamics as a methodological approach. The findings are encapsulated in a causal loop diagram, which feeds into a simulation model to support policy design.

Link: https://pomsmeetings.org/

Media

Mapping the interconnections between Climate Change, Humanitarian Operations, and Sustainable Development Goals to strengthen the 2030 Agenda. 

The interinstitutional project coordinated by the HANDs Lab at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) was selected in the CNPq/MCTI/FNDCT Call No. 59/2022 - Knowledge Production Focused on Solutions and Technologies Associated with Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. 

Insper participates in research on the relationship between climate change and humanitarian operations 

The initiative was selected by the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) and will have a budget of 835 thousand Brazilian Reais. 

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Funding