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Open Data Training Report

Report, Somalia / June 07,2026

Open Data for Environmental Science was a capacity-building training program organized by CERI to strengthen participants’ skills in environmental data analysis, climate research, and data visualization using open-source tools and datasets. The program successfully reached over 200 participants and supported selected trainees through internship and mentorship opportunities for applied research…

Inspired by Nature: Building Climate Resilience in Somalia Through Nature-Based Solutions

News, Somalia / June 05,2026

Inspired by Nature: Building Climate Resilience in Somalia Through Nature-Based Solutions World Environment Day 2026 One season, communities across Somalia endure prolonged drought, struggling to secure water, sustain livestock, and protect livelihoods. The next, intense rainfall triggers flash floods that displace families, damage infrastructure, and destroy agricultural land. These increasingly…

Restoring Urban Biodiversity Through Green Infrastructure

Events, Training / May 30,2026

In continued recognition of the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Climate and Environmental Research Institute (CERI) is pleased to host an academic training session on *Restoring Urban Biodiversity Through Green Infrastructure*. This program aims to advance knowledge and dialogue on sustainable urban ecosystems, ecological resilience, and nature-based solutions for…

Somalia’s Climate is changing, and We’re Mapping the Story.

News / May 20,2026

Somalia’s Climate is changing, and We’re Mapping the Story. From rainfall shifts to rising temperatures, the Climate and Environmental Research Institute (CERI) is analyzing 45 years of climate trends (1981–2025) to better understand Somalia’s changing environment. Our latest glimpse highlights Somalia’s major climatic zones and regional climate variability to support:…