Climate Adaptation in Transportation Using TRB’s Critical Topics
Climate change adaptation and mitigation should be included in discussions on critical transportation issues from TRB's topic list.
Climate Change and Critical Issues in Transportation
The Transportation Research Board of the USA plays a vital role in climate change resilience research, focusing on resilience and sustainability issues.
Is Carbon Sequestration Feasible in the Philippines?
A study shows the Philippines is a promising site for carbon sequestration projects. Unforested uplands pose ecological and economic risks.
NZ’s Carbon Trading and Net-Zero Goal
Climate change and the Paris Agreement spurred NZ to enact the Zero-Carbon Bill and establish a trading scheme to attain zero emissions.
NZ Guidance for Voluntary Emissions Offsetting – What You Need to Know
The Minister for Climate Change issued the Guidance for Voluntary Emissions Offsetting as part of New Zealand's zero-carbon goal.
Urban Resilience for Climate Adaptation
The 100 Resilient Cities initiative helps Asia Pacific cities build resilience to climate change and urbanization.
The Asia-Pacific Resilience Prospectus
The Asia-Pacific Resilience Prospectus explores effective resilience-building strategies, supporting cities to tackle their challenges.
Vietnam’s Resilience-based Climate Adaptation Platform
The Visual Climate Adaptation Platform (VCAP) supports urban planning and resilience strategies for Da Nang and other Vietnamese cities.
Australian Bushfires and the Climate Connection
The Australian bushfires are a serious concern due to their severe damage and impact on people, animals, ecosystems, and properties.
Food Security Risk Due to Climatic Extremes and Other Factors
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization publishes a quarterly report on disasters that impact food security and agriculture.
Thailand is Facing Drought Disaster Due to Changing Climate Patterns
Changing climate patterns in Thailand has led to irregular rainfall which causes the droughts. Experts advise long-term climate adaptation plan is needed.
Climate Adaptation thru Architectural Designs in Urban and Coastal Areas
With climate change comes catastrophic events like typhoons. There is a need for building designs that adapt to the changing climate.
Health Co-Benefits and Mitigation Costs – A Climate Change Policy Study
According to the study, climate policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions through alternative energy can also benefit health.
Climate Projections for New Zealand by 2040 and 2090 according to NIWA
The National Institute of Water and Atmosphere Research presents New Zealand's climate change projects based on research findings.
Climate Change Conference COP26 Starts 31 October 2021
COP26 will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, from 13 October to 12 November 2021 after last year's postponement due to COVID-19.
Warm Ocean Water is Melting the Doomsday Glacier
Scientists have found that the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica is melting rapidly, and its response to climate change is critical.
Climate Adaptation through Industrial and Urban Water-Reuse Concepts
The SEMIZENTRAL initiative is a joint project of Germany and China that addresses megacities' water supply and disposal challenges.
Vanuatu Gets $10M from WB for Climate Adaptation and Disaster Resilience
Vanuatu, a Pacific SIDS, is vulnerable to natural disasters and climate change impacts and requires assistance.
Early Spring Climate Change Triggers Can Cause Dry Soils in Summer
Climate change can shift the life cycle of plants and all living organisms, like early greening can lead to soil dryness, resulting in adverse conditions.
Climate Change and its Impact on Health
The impacts of climate change on health and food security are the subjects of this research that was done in Canada. Health and food security are at risk.
Mapping the Global Power Infrastructure for Climate Adaptation
Access to a resilient and reliable power source is crucial in delivering services like health, education and other infrastructure services.
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