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Damaged telecommunication infrastructure caused by hurricane in Ukraine (2016)
The climate crisis is real. Several severe weather patterns are confirming this.
GlobeNewswire
Dominica - government
IRP Herald 32
IRP Herald Volume 32 is the knowledge report for IRP-supported sessions at the Regional Platforms for Disaster Risk Reduction in 2021.
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This country profile for Dominican Republic provides a summary of available evidence on climate hazards, health vulnerabilities, health impacts and progress to date in health sector efforts to realize a climate-resilient health system.
USAID, through the U.S. Government’s Water for the World initiative, is doubling down on efforts that adapt to climate change and build resilience
United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
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The increasing threat of climate change highlights the importance of reusable, efficient energy sources and power grid resilience. The emerging technology of microgrids offers a competitive, practical, and decentralized option.
Climatelinks
United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Recovery Needs Assessment for the Social and Economic Impacts of COVID-19 Dominican Republic
This evaluation is intended to provide reliable and timely information to guide the formulation of short and long- term recovery strategies from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This report presents the preliminary results of the technical assistance to connect and develop coordination between three sectors in the Central American and Dominican Republic region — Disaster Risk Management, Culture and Cultural Heritage, and

This report addresses three key areas where positive legislation can make a difference and where National Red Cross Societies and governments are working together to develop and roll out effective disaster laws. It does so mainly through case studies from


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