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The Geneva Technical Hub (GTH) brought together EPFL and expert humanitarian practitioners to find sustainable solutions for complex technical problems. EPFL EssentialTech has acted as the main focal point for finding appropriate technical support for UNHCR. The solutions have included a simplified GHG emissions calculator, a Shelter Sustainability application, Settlement Planning guidelines, a Sustainable Infrastructure Catalogue, Nature-based Solutions guidelines and techno-economic studies on clean cooking and e-waste. These solutions will enable UNHCR to build the resilience of the displaced and host communities to climate-related risks and to support them with the conservation of their natural environment. Please see this videoto know more about the collaboration.