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Adelphi Research is an independent, non-profit institute that develops and implements innovative sustainable development strategies. By carrying out a broad range of applied research, analysis, and public policy consulting, Adelphi Research increases awareness and understanding of the political, economic and technological forces driving global change. We promote innovative and sustainable solutions based on constructive international dialogues among policy-makers, business leaders, expert bodies, and civil society groups.

To advance environmental, economic and social policies and put sustainable development into practice, Adelphi Research develops and fosters integrative strategies that draw on the full potential for societal innovation. Adelphi Research thereby meets the challenges of achieving policy integration and helps secure effective implementation, monitoring, and enforcement in many environmental areas. 		Our fields of expertise include:
  		• European Environmental Policy & Global Environmental Regimes
  		• International Trade & Environment
  		• Climate & Energy Policy
  		• Good Governance & the Institutional Dimension of Sustainability
  		• Environmental Technology & Technology Transfer
  		• Sustainable Financial Services
  		• Sustainable Transport & Mobility
  		• Sustainable Development & Foreign Policy
  		• Water Policy & Water Management


    Adelphi Research provides expert knowledge and advice to decision-makers at all levels of policy-making. We manage complex projects accurately and reliably, and fully meet all our clients' requirements.
    		 Research
    In-depth studies and analysis of policies programmes, and negotiations

    Policy advice
    Monitoring decision-making processes, policy briefings, assistance in international negotiations, designing implementation strategies, position papers

    Implementation
    Evaluating and optimising tools for sustainability, financing schemes, management guidelines

    Communication
    Consultation, mediation, organising scientific seminars, international expert workshops and policy dialogues

    Dissemination of knowledge
    Publications, policy briefings, roundtables, websites, multi-media documentation, lectures and other presentations

    		 Adelphi Research staff have worked extensively in business and public policy networks, served as members of national delegations to international negotiations, and closely cooperated with key decision makers in public administration around the world.

    Our contacts, networks, and experience provide our clients with access to a global knowledge base, as well as experts and key decision makers from around the world. Adelphi Research's multi-disciplinary staff of economists, political scientists, lawyers, engineers, and environmental planners possess a wealth of international professional experience. In addition, we draw on external scientists and consultants from a wide range of disciplines. A team of journalists, facilitators, communications experts, and event managers assists us in implementing our projects.

    Adelphi Research and Adelphi Consult are dedicated to making a contribution towards sustainable development. We have established an EMAS-compliant environmental management system; unavoidable CO2-emissions caused by our activities are set off through investments into a climate protection project.