The Newsletter #6 of DECIPHER highlights recent advances in climate-economy modelling and policy design. It features the Summer School 2025 (Bilbao & online), which brought together researchers and practitioners to discuss methodological innovations; an interview illustrating how macroeconomic models support decisions on climate and energy policy; key takeaways from webinar #4 on the role of […]
One of DECIPHER’s key contributions has been the development of practical guidance to strengthen how policies are designed and assessed. Good policy depends not only on robust models, but also on how results are shared with stakeholders and how feedback is integrated. 🔑 Key Lessons 👥 Stakeholder engagement matters Clear objectives + diverse participants +
🎯 DECIPHER Guidance for Improved Policy Design and Evaluation Read More »
The DECIPHER Project is proud to share a new publication in npj Climate Action: “Towards holistic environmental policy assessment: multi-criteria frameworks and recommendations for modelers.” This research introduces a multi-criteria framework designed to help policymakers and researchers evaluate climate and environmental strategies in a more holistic way. By broadening the scope beyond economic and technical
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In this interview, Zoi Vrontisi (E3-Modelling Energy-Economy-Environment) shares how macroeconomic models help simulate the real-world impact of climate and energy policies. Key takeaways include: 📈 CGE modelling: Capturing full-system economic responses to policy shocks. 🌍 Beyond emissions: Understanding jobs, public budgets, and social outcomes. 📑 Policy support: Helping governments design effective and fair climate actions.
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Empowering young researchers through hands-on modelling, peer exchange, and cutting-edge climate knowledge The DECIPHER Summer School 2025, held on July 7–8 at the University of Deusto in Bilbao and online, brought together a vibrant community of researchers, practitioners, and policy enthusiasts to explore innovative tools and methodologies for climate and environmental decision-making. This year’s hybrid
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DECIPHER Webinar #4: “Rational, Enlightening, or Legitimizing? Use of Economic Modelling in the Adoption of the EU 55% Emissions Reduction Target” On June 5, 2025, DECIPHER Project hosted the webinar “Rational, Enlightening, or Legitimizing? Use of Economic Modelling in the Adoption of the EU 55% Emissions Reduction Target”, featuring insights from researchers Nihit Goyal and
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In this interview, Reinhard Mechler – International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) shares insights from the DECIPHER project on modelling extreme events and translating systemic risk into policy and practice. Key highlights include: 🌪️ Systemic disasters: Modelling rare but catastrophic climate-related events. 📊 Stock vs. flow effects: Accounting for both direct and indirect economic losses. 🛠️
Understanding Systemic Climate Risk: Models, Resilience & Decision-Making Read More »
The DECIPHER project, funded under the Horizon Europe Programme and focused on enhancing decision-making in climate and biodiversity policy, has been awarded with the Deusto Research Social Impact Label by the University of Deusto. This recognition highlights the DECIPHER’s commitment to integrating scientific excellence with tangible societal transformation. The Deusto Research Social Impact Label is
📢 Topic: Rational, Enlightening, or Legitimizing? Use of Economic Modelling and the Adoption of the 55% Emission Reduction Policy in the European Union 📅 Date: June 5, 2025 🕒 Time: 14:00–15:00 CET 📍 Location: Online (Link provided upon registration) 👉 Reserve your spot here! We invite you to the fourth webinar of the DECIPHER Project,
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We are pleased to announce that IIASA has been invited to participate in the NATCAT 2025 Summit, which will take place in Athens, Greece, from 28 to 30 May 2025. This prestigious international event brings together experts, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss cutting-edge developments in natural catastrophe risk modeling, insurance, and climate resilience. IIASA will
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