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Displaying 105 of about 162 resultsBy Andres Ignacio
Talking at a recent civil society and government conference on climate change adaptation and planning for disaster risk reduction and management ESSC Research Director Pedro Walpole singled out seven points that are critical to the Philippine context.
These points are:
- Watershed management and integration
- Classification of event…
By Trista Talton
Over the course of four days, Hurricane Florence’s record-breaking storm surge – 9 to 13 feet – and rainfall amounts that exceeded 35 inches left a wake of devastation that included dozens of deaths and an estimated $17 billion in destruction in the state.
Say hello to the poster child of what a newly released Zurich North Americ…
This document builds on the Indian Ocean tsunami and the catastrophic 2005 hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico to issue a wake-up call for the global community, dramatically drawing attention to the vulnerability of tropical coastal ecosystems and the dangers of undermining the services they provide to humankind.
It highlights lessons learnt in term…
This report provides an overview of the key linkages between trade and climate change based on a review of available literature and a survey of relevant national policies. It begins with a summary of the current state of scientific knowledge on existing and projected climate change; on the impacts associated with climate change; and on the available opt…
Preparing coastal communities in Asia for future catastrophes
This World Vision report not only looks at the latest research around climate change but also examines how communities from Bangladesh to Papua New Guinea are being severely impacted by storms and sea level rise.
The report says billions needs to be spent on strengthening community resilien…
This short publication responds to calls from AusAID staff for simple, practical guidance on what integration of disaster risk reduction, climate change and the environment may mean for their programs. While there is general consensus that these issues are important for the long‑term success and sustainability of development outcomes, understanding how…
The new nation discusses how Bangladesh will cope with the impact of climate change and suggests preventative measures for adaptation. Adaptation to climate change is on the agenda of the Global Platform to be held in Geneva next week.
Legazpi City (30 January) -- Albay province receive another feather in its cap for innovative approaches in local governance, a recognition conferred by the United National Development Programme (UNDP) and the Dutch development agency.
The recognition came along after the province scored in the 2008 Galing Pook Award (GPA) besting 19 other local govern…
Recent king tides have again caused significant damage to coastal assets in Australia and New Zealand. This time the combination of large tides and coastal storms damaged properties on Torres Strait islands and in Nelson and other coastal areas of New Zealand. It is increasingly recognised worldwide that, despite many…
Having received another set of fossil awards on the side of the United Nations climate change talks in Doha, Canada "remains cool about a crisis that is already dramatically intruding on people’s lives," according to the Vancouver Sun. So, in response to a 2008 report from Ottawa’s Natural Resources predicting an increase in flooding due to heavy rainfa…
By David Satterthwaite
When floods hit a city, it is usually low-income groups that are hit hardest. The devastation that such disasters cause can be linked to the failure of city governments to manage growth, build infrastructure and work with low-income groups.
Floods are among the most common causes of disasters in cities. Many cities are built on…
Press release:
As part of efforts to strengthen the country’s resilience to the impact of natural hazards, Senator Loren Legarda today urged local governments to lead their communities in disaster preparedness activities.
Legarda, Chair of the Senate Committee on Climate Change, said that local government officials are in the best position t…
By Stefanie Tye, Jacob Waslander, Nadia Peimbert-Rappaport
Cyclone Amphan slammed into countries surrounding the Sea of Bengal this May. The storm was the second most powerful the region has seen in two decades, affecting over 12 million people in four countries. In Bangladesh, the water surged up to 4 meters (13 feet) and 26 people died, with $130 mil…
Suva –Fiji launched its annual National Disaster Awareness Campaign focusing on better community preparedness as the country continues to strengthen its disaster risk governance. The campaign – set to last until April 2021- is focused at the local level, aiming to make communities better aware of and prepared for futures disasters.
Mr. Inia Ser…
30 September 2013, GENEVA – Based on current disaster trends and economic values, the world is looking at a minimum cost in the region of 25 trillion dollars in disaster losses for the 21st century if there is no concerted response to climate change, one which puts the emphasis on practical measures to reduce disaster risk and exposure to future extreme…