Activities

At the “Oceans and Economy” session organized by the AIT Extension at the AITCC on February 19, 2026, Prof. Joyashree Roy delivered a guest lecture for students from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Boston, USA. Discussing topics on climate science, intergenerational human wellbeing, and the current and future maritime economy in a very lively interactive session. The takeaway: ☀️ The ocean absorbed over 90% of the excess heat in the climate system (IPCC, 2019, p. 2) and by 2

At the First Charleston Conference in Asia, organized by Charleston Hub, on 2026, January 26 to 28, 2026, at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside, Bangkok, Thailand, Prof. Joyashree Roy was the keynote speaker on “Asia in the Climate Change Landscape” on January 27. The session discusses the importance of a regional and Asian perspective in climate change impacts and mitigation to achieve sustainable, equitable, and just transitions within the planetary boundary. She emphasize

At the ICC Environment Partnership Summit & Excellence Awards 2026, held on January 8 th , 2026, in Kolkata, India. Prof. Joyashree discusses the positive experience and impression of the event and the progress made by leading Indian industries. Watch here: The takeaway: ✔️Leading industries in India are adopting circular practices for a better and more sustainable future for India 💡 Find more of Prof. Joyashree’s and SMARTS Center's work on the Circular Economy, including t

“Circular Economy for a Sustainable Future: What Matters for South Asian and Southeast Asian Countries?“ Prof. Joyashree Roy presented the SMARTS research and findings for policymakers, industry leaders, sustainability practitioners, and many more at the session on “ESG & BRSR: Driving Sustainable Business Transformation” at the 19th Environment Partnership Summit, organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce. Kolkata, January 8, 2026.   To create green economies that mitigate

The 25-year celebratory event of the South Asia Network for Development and Environmental Economics (SANDEE), the International Conference on Development and Environmental Economics, SANDEE@25, takes place on 12-14 December 2025, Kathmandu, Nepal. SANDEE offered 25 years of grants, trainings, and mentorships from the subject’s best minds and regional peers. A six-monthly review with feedback, policy brief writings, dissemination to policymakers, and regional travel support to