Environmental Policy Lab

Policy research and innovation for climate action, sustainability, and environmental resilience in the Indo-Pacific.

About the Lab

The Indo-Pacific Studies Center Environmental Policy Lab is a regional platform for collaborative, interdisciplinary work on the environmental challenges shaping the future of the Indo-Pacific. From rising sea levels and climate migration to decarbonisation and environmental security, the Lab brings together researchers, practitioners, and policy actors to generate solutions that are innovative, inclusive, and actionable.

The Lab operates across borders and sectors to foster evidence-based policy development grounded in local knowledge, global expertise, and regional cooperation.

🌿 Focus Areas

  • Climate Adaptation & Resilience
  • Environmental Security & Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Energy Transition & Decarbonisation
  • Biodiversity & Ecosystem Conservation
  • Sustainable Urban Development
  • Indigenous & Community-Based Environmental Governance
  • Blue Economy & Marine Sustainability
  • Climate Diplomacy & Regional Cooperation

Activities & Opportunities

  • Collaborative Research Projects: Multi-disciplinary research addressing urgent environmental policy gaps.
  • Policy Briefs & Regional Reports: Co-authored outputs targeted at decision-makers and regional institutions.
  • Workshops, Roundtables & Webinars: Dialogues that bridge research, governance, and civil society.
  • Capacity Building & Mentoring: Training programs and partnerships supporting early-career researchers and policymakers.

🧭 Who Can Join?

  • Environmental researchers and academics
  • Climate and policy professionals
  • Civil society and NGO practitioners
  • Government and intergovernmental agency staff
  • Students and young leaders passionate about sustainability

📋 Apply to Join

Are you a dedicated environmental researcher, policy professional, or emerging leader passionate about sustainability? We welcome your application to become part of our dynamic team. Please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest to join our Lab.

We Invite Collaboration

We invite institutions, NGOs, think tanks, and experts from across the Indo-Pacific to join forces with us. Together, we can:

  • Launch joint research initiatives
  • Facilitate knowledge exchange and policy innovation
  • Build cross-sector partnerships
  • Drive sustainable environmental solutions

Partner with Us

Interested in collaborating or launching a project within the Environmental Policy Lab? We welcome proposals and partnerships across sectors.