From natural science to social science, from risks to solutions, from identifying Planetary Boundaries to managing Global Commons: The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) is advancing the frontier of integrated research for global sustainability, and for a safe and just climate future. A member of the Leibniz Association, the institute is based in Potsdam, Brandenburg and connected with the global scientific community. Drawing on excellent research, PIK provides relevant scientific advice for policy decision-making. The institute’s international staff of about 400 is led by a committed interdisciplinary team of Directors. This is science – for a safe tomorrow.
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New attribution studies: Increasing effects of global warming on fire dynamics and public health
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New report: Global water crisis threatens more than half of world food production
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Johan Rockström receives Virchow Prize 2024
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Scientists caution no guarantees when it comes to overshooting 1.5°C
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25 of 35 planetary vital signs at record extremes: 2024 State of the Climate Report
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Mapping the overlay between climate and conflict risks: the Climate Conflict Vulnerability Index
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Atmospheric teleconnections drive surge in summer heatwaves
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Earth exceeds safe limits: First Planetary Health Check issues red alert
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How a carbon central bank can turn Europe into a CO2 “eater”
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PIK in the Media
Oct 17, 2024
· Tagesspiegel (Online-Medien)
Naturgut und Wirtschaftsfaktor: Wassermangel ökologisch und ökonomisch bekämpfen
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Oct 17, 2024
· Zeit Online (Online-Medien)
Expertengremium berechnet enorme Kosten der Wasserkrise
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Oct 17, 2024
· The Guardian online (Online-Medien)
Global water crisis leaves half of world food production at risk in next 25 years
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Oct 08, 2024
· Zeit Online (Online-Medien)
Report vor der UN-Klimakonferenz zeigt drastische Daten
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Oct 02, 2024
· Time (Online-Medien)
Earth Is in Critical Condition. Here's How to Change That
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