About NICSD

Ningyuan Institute of Climate and Sustainable Development (Hainan) (hereinafter referred to as "NICSD") is a non-profit organization established within the scientific and rule-based framework of global climate governance.1

As a convening platform, NICSD brings together institutions and leaders from governments, academia, the private sector, and civil society. Through cross-sectoral collaboration and innovation, we serve as a knowledge and innovation hub for climate action and sustainable development. We are committed to transforming global insights and initiatives into tangible actions that advance sustainability, contributing to a low-carbon, climate-resilient, and sustainable future.

NICSD serves as the Project Management Office (PMO) for the Green and Digital Innovation Cooperation Project (GDIP) of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Our Mission: The mission of NICSD is to build a just, prosperous, green, and inclusive future for all through knowledge innovation and cross-sector collaboration. We are committed to:

Advancing Climate Action

Accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient society through research, policy, and pilot projects to address global climate challenges.

Promoting Knowledge Innovation

Conduct cutting-edge research and develop innovative technologies to advance climate science and sustainable development solutions.

Fostering Cross-Sector Collaboration

Build a global partnership network to facilitate cooperation across nations, regions, industries, and private sectors, in response to complex social and environmental challenges.

Mobilizing Resources

Integrate financial, technological, and expert resources to provide comprehensive support for sustainable development projects and to scale innovative solutions.

Empowering Future Leaders

Inspire young climate leaders with a global vision and a strong commitment to sustainability through education and training programmes.

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