Concrete Technology that Reduces Carbon Emissions
Reducing emissions is the dilemma that the construction industry faces as it tries to reduce its carbon footprint to prevent climate change.
Bangladesh’s New Warning System Predicts Landslide Five Days Earlier
Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to climate change. News outlets announced a new warning system that can predict landslides five days ahead.
The Texas Freeze and Climate Change
What caused the unusual cold in Texas? How will climate change bring freezing temperatures? This post mentions articles that explain.
Climate Change Action USA Needed as Freezing Temperatures Hit Texas
Texas' rare freezing temperatures as low as -20C have caused its energy infrastructure to buckle, leaving millions of Texans without power.
More Climate Adaptation Funds Might Be Available thru New US Policy
The US government, under President Biden, plans to fix its climate policy and allocate money to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Climate Adaptation Summit 2021 Aims to Boost Adaptation and Resilience
The Climate Adaptation Summit on 25–26 January 2021 gathered leaders, scientists, organisations, and over 18,500 registered participants.
Atmospheric Rivers, Flooding, and Climate Change
Recently there has been a growing interest in the study of Atmospheric Rivers and their links to floods, droughts, and economic losses.
Learning from Japan’s Disaster-Proofing Strategies
Japan invests in disaster risk reduction, seismic engineering, artificial intelligence, modern techniques, and climate resilience structures.
Climate-Vulnerable Philippines Plans to Declare Climate Emergency
According to a United Nations report, the Philippines is one of the countries with the highest number of disaster events from 2000 to 2019.
Climate Smart Philippines Turns Research into Actions
Climate Smart Philippines aims to gather best scientific knowledge available, apply them to build climate resilience and climate adaptation.
Assessing Climate Change Impacts on Infrastructure Using IPWEA’s Manual
IPWEA’s Practice Note 12.1 gives a methodology and guidance for asset managers on how to assess impact of climate change on infrastructure.
Carbon Neutrality in Materials Manufacture and Design of Infrastructure
Applying these innovative building and construction technologies can significantly help countries achieve their net-zero emissions goal.
Sustainable Development Goals Target Asia-Pacific Climate Adaptation
The UNDP released a report that reiterates the importance of achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, pledged to leave no one behind.
Carbon Capture Technology and How It Can Mitigate Climate Change
There are two types of carbon offset – carbon reduction and carbon removal. Carbon removal is done using carbon capture technology.
100-Year Weather Forecast For New Zealand
New Zealand is experiencing rising temperatures, affecting rainfall pattern in the country. Watch this 100-Year Weather Forecast documentary.
Climate Adaptation in Singapore – Building Eco-Smart Homes and Cities
To adapt to the effects of climate change and to mitigate their GHG emissions, Singapore plans to build an eco-towns, smart homes and cities.
Climate Change Impacts Health and Livelihood of Filipinos, Study Says
Filipinos feel these will amplify climate change – deforestation, poverty, waste disposal lack, population rise, and poor infrastructure.
How Energy Production Affects GHG emissions and Climate Change
Energy production, conventional or renewable has environmental impact. Know how we can help in GHG emissions, mitigate climate change.
Will the US Rejoining the Paris Agreement Boost Climate Actions Worldwide?
USA recommits to the Paris Agreement, reduce emissions, among others. Climate change solutions can create jobs, boost the economy, leaders say.
Making Dense Cities More Liveable thru Better Design and Planning
How urban living could be bliss. Some examples of metropolitan cities around the world showing what it is like to live in dense urban areas.
New Zealand’s Road Map to Zero-Carbon Revealed
PM Jacinda Ardern and Climate Change Commission Minister James Shaw shared the draft advice on how NZ attain its emissions reduction targets.
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