NZ Climate Change and Adaptation Report for Agribusiness Sector
Climate change is an increasing concern for NZ farmers, where the agriculture sector emissions account for almost half its total emissions.
UK Harnesses Battery Systems to Cope with Energy Demands
The United Kingdom switched on its largest battery energy storage in November 2022 to help the country cope with the possible power shortage.
ADB Helps Indonesia Transition to Climate-Friendly Energy
ADB and Indonesian entities signed an agreement to facilitate the retirement of its first coal-fired power plant.
Economic Growth Not a Factor in High Carbon Emissions
Study shows the link between economic growth and emissions is broken. Some 33 countries have experienced prosperity while reducing emissions.
Indonesia’s Solution to Cut Coal Use
Indonesia's aim to transition to renewable energy and meet its climate targets is bolstered by the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).
COP27’s Loss and Damage Deal Boosts Climate Action
Developed and prosperous countries finally agreed to set up a loss and damage fund for developing countries affected by climate change.
COP27 Adaptation Agenda Highlights Climate Adaptation Urgency
COP27 launched the climate adaptation agenda to help the most vulnerable countries impacted by the high risks and threats of climate change.
A Ground-breaking Coastal Climate Adaptation Plan in New Zealand
NZ Thames-Coromandel District Council's Coastal Management Strategy identifies the context and coastal climate adaptation challenges.
Climate Change Adaptation Options in Food Production
Climate change is already impacting many areas of our lives. It is affecting our infrastructures, livelihoods, and soon our food production.
Implications of Missing the 1.5°C Climate Target
The UNEP's Emission Gap Report 2022 reveals that we will exceed the 1.5°C climate target century but head towards a 2.8°C warming by 2100.
Climate Adaptation Brings Huge Business Opportunities
Climate adaptation presents wider investment opportunities despite climate mitigation gaining much attention and investments.
What Did COP27 Accomplish?
COP27 Egypt was held on 5-20 November 2022, with hundreds of leaders and delegates attending. Read COP27's significant achievements.
Asia and the Pacific’s Need for Climate Adaptation and COP27
Asia and the Pacific are at the frontline in the battle against climate change. COP27 highlights the region's need for climate adaptation.
Why Southeast Asia’s Rapid Economic Growth a Climate Change Challenge
Southeast Asia's heavy reliance on fossil fuels makes it hard for them to achieve climate targets and transition to low-carbon fuel sources.
How NZ Can Adapt to Climate Change Impacts
The 2nd edition of the IPCC AR6 Working Group II report – Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability, has a chapter on New Zealand and Australia.
Climate Adaptation Planning in New Zealand
Know what the NZ Aotearoa Climate Adaptation Network (ACAN) discussed on its 2nd annual gathering for local government practitioners in Sept.
Meeting the World’s Growing Energy Demands
Energy demands have surged globally since James Watt invented the steam engine in 1800. Emissions demand the use of cleaner fuel alternatives.
Climate Adaptation Needed Beyond a 1.5°C Warmer World
Living in this new environment should not cause despair but hope through climate adaptation using many tools and solutions available.
Climate Change and the Beavers’ Dams
Because of their ability to build dams, beavers' work impacts the habitats around them. Can their dams help mitigate climate change's impact?
Can the World Live Without Fossil Fuels?
Besides being the primary production energy, fossil fuel is the raw material in many modern tools and equipment. How can we live without it?
UNEP Report Calls for More Climate Adaptation Efforts
The Adaptation Gap Report 2022 urges an increase in funding and implementation of climate adaptation actions to help vulnerable countries.
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