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Displaying 13 of about 13 resultsThis report shows how glacial retreat, natural disasters, disease, forest fires, and erratic weather patterns could devastate a country which has done little to cause the climate crisis. It also shows how Bolivian communities are fighting to adapt to a changing climate despite a lack of international support.
The use of irrigation across Sub-Saharan Africa creates conditions that attract devastating foreign plant pests, such as the tomato leaf miner, a Kenyan study has found according to a report by Acclimatise. East Africa is at particular risk of infestations from the moth, as temperatures and seasonal rainfall in the region increase due to climate change,…
By Tarun Kanti Bose
Higher temperatures and prolonged dry spells are leading to increased pest attacks, disease outbreaks and lower yields in sugarcane; organic farming could be the best way to cope
Jaikumar Gouda of Khavatakoppa village in Belgaum district of Karnataka is a worried man. Just 10 to 15 years ago, he used to harvest 80 to 90 tonnes of s…
Climate change is altering seasonal patterns in Michigan, USA, making hot days hotter, and increasing the severity of extreme events. As a result, Michiganders face a variety of increasing health problems such as more heat-related illnesses, breathing and heart troubles, food and water contamination, traumatic injuries, mental health challenges, and exp…
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Berne - A l’avenir, la Confédération ne s’engagera plus seulement pour la réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre, mais aussi – et de plus en plus – en faveur de mesures d’adaptation aux changements climatiques. C’est pourquoi le Conseil fédéral a adopté, le 2 mars 2012, le premier volet de sa stratégie «Adaptation aux ch…
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York researchers evaluate impact of climate change on biodiversity and habitats in East Africa
Posted on 21 May 2012
University of York researchers will play a key role in a new project studying the impact of climate change in Tanzania, Kenya and Ethiopia.
The new research and development…
By Leopold Obi
On a windy day high up in the hilly Kibirichia village, Meru County, Susan Naftali observes an eagle-sized unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) hovering low above his field.
The drone, which is delivering a whole new perspective of crop disease and pest early warning system to farmers, has brought new hope to many in Ntugi, Naare, Kibirichia…
This Westminster Energy & Transport Forum conference will examine the priorities for UK climate change adaptation and planning ahead, as preparations are put in place for publication of the National Adaptation Programme in 2018.
Policymakers and stakeholders will discuss the practicalities of adaption plans for priority areas highlighted in Defra’s…
This profile provides an overview of climate risks in Malawi, including how climate change will potentially impact three key sectors in the country: agriculture; health and nutrition; and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). The brief also includes an overview of USAID Food for Peace program area livelihood zones and weather trends and future climate p…
Beijing - China announced another important plan last week, under its 12th Five-Year Plan – the Specially Designated National Plan on Science and Technology Development in Tackling Climate Change.
The most critical element of the newly released Plan is the Ten Most Critical Mitigation Technologies and Ten Most Critical Adaption Technologies that have b…
Bolivians fight to adapt in finance vacuum
Bolivia will be battered on five fronts by climate change, according to a new report published by Oxfam International today. The report underlines what is at stake at UN climate talks in Barcelona and an EU-US Summit in Washington today.
The report, Climate Change, Adaptation and Poverty in Bolivia, shows how…
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Sacramento - California’s specialty crops account for more than half of the nation’s fruits, vegetables, and nuts as well as nearly $7 billion dollars of exports worldwide. California’s production of diverse specialty crops is threatened by potential climate-related phenomena, including reduced water supplies, increased plant heat stre…
By Jazmin Burgess
When talking about the impacts of climate change on health, it is impossible to overlook the specific impacts on child health.
Climate change is increasingly putting children all over the world, but especially in the most vulnerable countries, at risk. Despite being least responsible for its causes, children are bearing the brunt of…