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Rimjhim Aggarwal is a Professor at the School of Sustainability, Arizona State University (ASU). Her research focuses on sustainability governance, climate risks, and the food-energy-water nexus, with emphasis on urban systems, social-ecological dynamics, and policy design. She explores how institutions and governance structures adapt to environmental challenges, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions.
Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining policy analysis, systems modeling, and participatory methods. Notable contributions include frameworks for nexus governance in Phoenix and Cape Town, studies on circular economy solutions for waste management, and analyses of climate adaptation strategies in agriculture. She also emphasizes education innovation through virtual field experiences to democratize geoscience learning.
Key research themes include institutional fit in governance systems, climate risk integration in development goals, and equitable resource management in urbanizing contexts. Her publications span over three decades, reflecting deep engagement with global sustainability challenges such as biodiversity loss, water scarcity, and socio-environmental justice.
