Arup Rajouria's Linkedin Analytics

Arup Rajouria, founder and chairperson of Climate Change and Co-Existence Worldwide (CCCEW), has been a leading advocate for addressing the critical challenges at the nexus of climate change, resource management, and conflict. His efforts have gained significant visibility through numerous articles, as well as TV and radio interviews, amplifying his call for urgent global action. The primary driver behind his advocacy for an International Center for Glaciers is the pressing need to address the impacts of glacial melt, particularly in the Hindukush/Himalayas, Caucuses and Central Asia, where these changes threaten water security, disaster resilience, and ecosystem stability. Glaciers play a vital role in sustaining freshwater supplies and regulating ecosystems, yet their rapid loss due to climate change poses severe risks to vulnerable communities worldwide. With over 30 years of experience in climate change adaptation, mitigation, and resilience, Rajouria specializes in developing innovative strategies to address glacier-related issues. He has collaborated extensively with governments, multilateral organizations, civil society, and the private sector to drive impactful policy changes that protect natural resources and safeguard communities. His academic background—a Master’s degree from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government in environmental economics and environmental policy from the Claremont Graduate School—further underscores his strategic approach to addressing these challenges with evidence-based solutions. Rajouria’s vision is rooted in fostering a sustainable and equitable future through collaboration and collective action. By championing initiatives like the International Center for Glaciers, he seeks to mobilize global efforts to adapt to receding glaciers, mitigate associated risks, and ensure long-term resilience for ecosystems and human livelihoods.