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Climate Change, Environment, and Human Security Program


MEI's Climate Change, Environment and Human Security Program examines the issues of human security, environmental health, and sustainability, as well as the challenges and opportunities that climate change presents to people living in the Middle East and North Africa. Land, water, food, energy, and climate security are key nexus issues studied within this program.

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MEI Climate Week - Climate in the Black Sea: Regional Responses

Apr 16, 2021

The Black Sea basin is a complex region at a geopolitical and economic crossroads.

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MEI Climate Week - Roundtable: Youth in Climate Action

Apr 15, 2021
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MEI Climate Week - Balancing Development, Sustainability and Resilience in Egypt

Apr 14, 2021
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MEI Climate Week - Against All Odds: An Ambitious Climate Policy for Lebanon

Apr 14, 2021
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MEI Climate Week - Water Sharing Challenges and Pathways forward in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Apr 14, 2021
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