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Abt Global’s experts provide sustainable and resilient disaster relief and emergency preparedness solutions to protect human health and wellbeing, as well as the environment. Our economists, scientists, engineers, and communicators partner with government agencies and communities to prevent, address, and reduce environmental emergencies such as toxic releases and waste from industries and municipalities. We lower barriers to disaster risk finance and boost investments in the resilience of various sectors, including energy and agriculture. We facilitate informed decision-making through early warning systems and risk assessment tools. From analyzing regulatory and policy options to characterizing historical contamination and evaluating resilience and response activities, we collaborate with clients and communities to meet their needs.
IWISH Impact Study Research Design & Analysis Plan
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This study compares outcomes for residents of properties that implement HUD’s IWISH program with residents of similar properties that don’t implement IWISH.
Regulating Harmful Contaminants for Healthier Communities
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Abt supported the EPA in developing and implementing data-driven regulations for hazardous chemicals—particularly carbon tetrachloride—helping turn scientific evidence into enforceable protections that reduce risks to workers, nearby communities, and the environment.
Strengthened Local Capacity Improves Nepal’s Health Delivery
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A clear assessment, planning, and performance improvement process led by USAID's Abt-led Strengthening Systems for Better Health Activity in Nepal, achieved significant improvements in municipal health systems.
Improving Nutrition by Increasing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits
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Improving Prediction of Fall Risk Among Nursing Home Residents Using Electronic Medical Records
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Real-Time Data Helps Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Get Essential Services
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A VA tool that can validate Veteran status in real- time helps Veterans experiencing homelessness access essential services.
Development of a Conceptual Drinking Water Supply Plan for Minnesota’s East Metro Area Affected by PFAS Contamination in Groundwater
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In 2018, the State of Minnesota reached a settlement with the 3M Company regarding contamination of groundwater with PFAS chemicals manufactured by 3M. Under the settlement, the 3M Company provided $850 million to the state, the bulk of which will be…
Approaches to Assisting Families Experiencing or At Risk of Homelessness with TANF Funds
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On behalf of OPRE, Abt assessed the use of TANF funding by state agencies to supporting housing for families experiencing homelessness.