Sarah Tegas is a PhD Candidate in Political Sciences (International Relations), researching the influence of small island states in international climate negotiations. Her thesis sits within the research project "Beyond coalitions: Small states in international climate negotiations" (BeCoSS Climate). Prior to this position, Sarah completed her Master in Transnational Governance at the European University Institute, after which she stayed at the EUI to work as a trainee for the EIB Climate Chair.