CMCC builds its research agenda around a set of strategic programs designed to tackle frontier issues at the intersection of society, economy, and the changing climate. These programs are central to understanding the challenges facing socio-economic systems in an era shaped by climate change, and to guiding the transition towards a sustainable, climate-neutral economy.

Each program tackles the most pressing challenges facing society today, ensuring research is not only scientifically rigorous and policy-relevant, but also directly responsive to societal needs. Our strategic programs are designed to integrate expertise across Research Institutes and Centers, leveraging core capabilities in climate science, computational modeling, and socio-economic research to deliver solutions that matter to communities, policymakers, and stakeholders worldwide.

Explore CMCC’s strategic programs in the sections below to learn how each initiative addresses pressing societal challenges and advances sustainable, climate-resilient solutions.