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ArticleAmbio2026

Leverage points for resilience: Introducing the pyramid framework for strategic adaptation planning and assessment.

Linda Rosengren, Karuna Budhathoki, Juho Haapala, Katriina Soini, Mila Sell

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Article in Ambio, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 authors.

Linda RosengrenNatural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Latokartanonkaari 9, 00790, Helsinki, Finland. linda.rosengren@luke.fi.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8365-8726
Karuna BudhathokiViikki Tropical Resources Institute (VITRI), University of Helsinki, Latokartanonkaari 7, 00790, Helsinki, Finland.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0009-0456-865X
Juho HaapalaNIRAS Finland, Tikkurila, Vantaa, 01300, Finland.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6320-5770
Katriina SoiniNatural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Survontie 9A, 40500, Jyväskylä, Finland.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8617-9165
Mila SellNatural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Latokartanonkaari 9, 00790, Helsinki, Finland.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0209-5851

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European Commission 41007-00244399Ulkoministeriö 41007-00244399
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Abstract

Sustainability transformation is a rapidly evolving field, yet few studies have explored approaches for food system transformation. This study addresses that gap by designing and applying a pyramid framework that integrates the leverage point perspective with three resilience capacities: coping, adaptive, and transformative. The goal of the framework is to (1) shed light on root causes that shape resilience and (2) pinpoint effective entry points for strengthening resilience and driving transformation. Using qualitative methods, this study applied the framework to a food system in western Nepal, identifying eleven leverage points. Results showed that deep leverage points supported transformative capacity, while shallow ones reinforced coping and adaptive capacities. The pyramid framework balances immediate shock responses with long-term planning. This integrated approach mitigates trade-offs between resilience strategies, reducing maladaptation risks. The pyramid framework serves as a tool for ex-ante strategic adaptation planning and ex-post assessment and evaluation of resilience policy and interventions.

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Conservation of Natural ResourcesStrategic PlanningSustainable DevelopmentHumansNepalFood system transformationLeverage pointsNepalResilience

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PMCPMC12672994

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