Journal Article
There is an emerging body of literature focusing on the COVID-19 livelihoods and envi-
ronmental impacts, as well as the effects of the pandemics on evidence generation. However, little
attention has been paid to how COVID-19 has—and is likely to continue to—affect monitoring,
evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems, specifically in the context of large sustainability science
research-to-policy project consortia. Here, we provide a conceptual framework of MEL responsive-
ness to COVID-19 effects and discuss the specific pathways to successful MEL transition. Using the
UKRI GCRF TRADE Hub as a case study, we provide some examples of possible adjustments within
the new context.