Colorful research for a green future
PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change
Discover a program in which several ideas and methods are perfectly integrated into a global vision.
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Towards new models of sustainable development
The common goal of the universities participating in the PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change is to build a learning and research community capable of promoting innovative solutions, which are essential to solve even the most complex problems of our society.
We go beyond the purely environmental aspect by embracing themes and sectors that, each in their own way, are having an impact on the planet.
The 6 Curricula of the PhD
Earth System and Environment
Earth system processes and new perspectives in environmental development
Socio-economic risks and impacts
Transition towards a decarbonized and sustainable economy
Technology and Territory
Technologies, systems and approaches for the sustainable transition of communities, territories, and production processes
Theories, Institutions, and Cultures
Cognitive and practical challenges posed by sustainability and climate change at an individual, institutional, and global level
Agriculture and Forestry
Innovative models for resilient and sustainable agri-food and forestry systems
Health and Ecosystems
Climate and global health impacts, from ecosystems to humans
3 Core values of our research
Knowledge
We aim to spread knowledge and to create talents capable of contributing to just and innovative society, in harmony with the planet.
Synergy
We believe that sustainability is a challenge that should be faced through a plurality of perspectives. That’s why we created an inter-university and multi-disciplinary educational roadmap.
Responsibility
We enable future generations to understand the evolution of the climate. We also design and implement new solutions for a sustainable society.
A network of fully interconnected public and private research centers
