Climate Development Knowledge Network (CDKN)

Enhancing the quality of life for the poorest and most vulnerable to climate change

The Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) works to enhance the quality of life for the poorest and most vulnerable to climate change. CDKN supports decision-makers in designing and delivering climate compatible development.

CDKN does this by combining knowledge, research and technical advisory in support of locally owned and managed policy processes. They work in partnership with decision-makers in the public, private and non-governmental sectors nationally, regionally and globally.

Since 2018, CDKN has been led by South Africa-based SouthSouthNorth (SSN), working closely with its partners Fundación Futuro Latinoamericano (FFLA) in Quito, ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability, South Asia in Delhi, as well as the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) in London.

Latest news and articles

End of year letter to our Partners and collaborators

Thank you for your support in 2024. We look forward to collaborating with you in 2025.

RAIN phase III is now open

GRP, together with Shockwave Foundation and Munich Re Foundation, invite agricultural innovators in East Africa to apply for the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) challenge. Applications close 31 January 2025.

Breaking barriers to development: Lessons from the Resilience for Peace and Stability, Food and Water Security Innovation Program

A new report sheds light on lessons learned, barriers faced, and successes achieved in Uganda and Sudan, offering valuable insights for development practitioners, policymakers, and partners.

11 Initiatives leading the way in sustainable and nature-positive agriculture

Together with Munich Re Foundation and Shockwave Foundation, we are excited to introduce the eleven winning projects from the second round of the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) Challenge.

GRP at COP29

Connect with the GRP team at COP29