Overseas Development Institute (ODI)

an independent, global think tank.

ODI undertakes cutting-edge research and analysis to generate evidence, ideas and solutions. ODI acts as trusted, expert advisers to those making change around the world. ODI brings people together to turn ideas into action. And ODI communicates its work around the world to increase its reach and impact.

Vision: A sustainable and peaceful world in which everyone thrives
Mission: To harness the power of evidence and ideas through research and partnership to confront challenges, develop solutions and create change.

Latest news and articles

News June 23, 2026

Climate Resilience Awards for Business 2026

Apply now to showcase how your business is building resilience to climate change through real-world action and measurable impact.

News June 22, 2026

Investor Forum: Connecting resilience innovators with investors

Learn more about GRP innovation grantees pitching climate solutions, impact, and investment opportunities.

News June 15, 2026

From rocky slopes to regenerative fiber: How HimGra® is building climate resilience in the Himalayas

Community-led innovation restores degraded land while strengthening rural livelihoods

News June 1, 2026

12 initiatives advancing climate resilience across the Hindu Kush Himalaya region

Accelerating climate resilience through locally rooted innovation

May 18, 2026

Finance in Flux: a new reading of the resilience and adaptation finance landscape

A new joint paper from the Global Resilience Partnership and RAKSHA Intelligence Futures, published as the Global Partnerships Conference opens in London, argues that the binding constraint on resilience and adaptation finance now sits in the gap between knowing and acting.