Dr Chitresh Saraswat

Research Fellow at Fenner School of Enviornment & Society
Hoffmann Fellow-Innovation in Climate Adaptation with World Economic Forum

Currently working as Hoffmann Fellow-Innovation in Climate Adaptation with World Economic Forum, Geneva, Switzerland and Research Fellow at Fenner School of Enviornment & Society, ANU College of Systems and Society.

Passionate about futuristic innovations and solutions to accelerate potential transformations towards sustainability. A former AI (artificial intelligence) professional turned towards evidence-based diplomacy and policy planning with the United Nations, turned researcher focusing on public-private partnerships for climate adaptation in the Global South. Published 30+ high impact factor articles and a book on sustainable solutions for water security. Problem solver and creative in designing climate-oriented solutions with strong networking & collaborative skills. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) India, United Nations University, Japan, and Australian National University, Australia alum, professional News Anchor/Radio Announcer (AIR India and NHK Japan), Tchoukball & Tennis player and Bollywood dancer (ex). Visited and lived on six continents and waiting for an opportunity for the seventh one.

Research interests

Climate Adaptation

Innovation

Accelerating Transformation towards Sustainability

Water Governance and Policy

Cybernetics

Climate Diplomacy and Environmental Govenrance

Catalyzing Business Engagement for Early Warning Systems

 

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