CLIMACT
Center for Climate Impact and Action
UNIL & EPFL
Affiliated with UNIL and EPFL, the Center for Climate Impact and Action (CLIMACT) was officially launched in June 2021. The center's main objective is to promote climate change mitigation and adaptation solutions through a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach. By working with various pillars of society such as media, politicians, and industry leaders, CLIMACT aims to bridge the gap between science and society. Through increased exchange and collaboration, we can accelerate a transformation towards a sustainable and inclusive future.
CLIMACT's unique approach to tackling climate change aims to be both innovative and inspiring. Our inter-institutional and interdisciplinary approach fosters a sense of community and encourages individuals from all walks of life to come together and work towards a common goal. By promoting awareness and facilitating discussions, CLIMACT is playing a vital role in creating a more sustainable future.
News & Articles
Inform about climate issues, explain the most recent scientific discoveries, dialogue with Swiss experts, highlight solutions for a sustainable transformation of our society.
1 scientist - CO2 + 1 YouTuber = 2 million views
Discover what happens when YouTubers and scientists join forces in climate change awareness
Expert(s)
Jonathan Lemieux
A machine to counter preconceived ideas about ice ages and climate change
Scientists have developed a fun, interactive machine that demonstrates the human influence on climate change.
Effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
Article published in Swissinfo, with the participation of Samuel Jaccard, expert in palaeoclimatic sedimentology and CLIMACT academic co-director
Expert(s)
Events
Designed to help find high-impact, interdisciplinary solutions through direct dialogue with key actors engaged in climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Sustainability or international sporting events: do we need to choose?
Presented by
CLIMACT Summer-tastic Apero
Jun 10, 2024
15:30 - 18:00
Le Perchoir, Vortex building
Workshop "Beyond Academia: EPFL & UNIL Alumni Impacting Climate Change"
May 8, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
Aula IDHEAP, UNIL campus
Our Projects
Promoting concrete actions based on interdisciplinary and inter-institutional research as well as on a systemic approach to address the social, scientific, and technological challenges associated with climate change.