Why Adaptation? Impacts of Climate Change & Vulnerability

Source: GCA
Brief overview of climate-water linkages and strategies for adaptation

Source: World Bank, COP 28 Talk
Detailed talk on water security risks and solutions, including grey and green infrastructure, sustainable irrigation practices, and modern sanitation technologies

Source: Down To Earth | Subtheme: Drought Prone
Brief Video to understand the causes of flash droughts and management challenges

Source: United Nations
Report on widespread aridity driven by climate change, with implications for food, migration, ecosystems, and the need for adaptation solutions like drought‑resistant crops

Source: World Bank | Subtheme: Drought Prone
Quick overview of circular water and desalination, with regional examples

Welcome to the Global Sustainability Challenge (GSC) Webinar focusing on Adaptation & Resilience — one of the core themes set out for this international competition.

Hosted by Alyssa Gilbert, Director of Innovation at Grantham Institute for Climate change and the Environment, Imperial College London.

🧩 Alyssa unpacks:

• What adaptation and resilience mean for people, nature, and infrastructure
• Real-world case studies, from urban flooding to drought-prone regions
• How to start your GSC journey: from local research to global solutions
• Guidance on forming teams, defining problems, and developing your idea

🎯 Get insider tips on what judges are looking for, advice for building a winning team, and practical examples to inspire your submission.