The climate change risk assessment has 43 priority risks in 5 domains: natural environment, human, economy, built environment, and governance.
Category: Advocacy Reports
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Rapid Deforestation in Brazil and Climate Change Implications
The Economist reports a concerning trend in Brazil. Deforestation is occurring due to aggressive deregulation and insufficient enforcement.
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The Policy and Economic Pathways for Deep Decarbonisation in the US
The "Policy Implications of Deep Decarbonization in the US" outlines the economic and policy effects of deep decarbonization in the US.
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Developing Climate-sensitive Conflict Prevention Approaches
Adam Day and Jessica Caus present this report to help the UN and its partners develop climate-sensitive conflict prevention strategies.
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Climate Adaptation Waylaid as Govts Fight COVID-19 Pandemic and Boost the Economy
The COVID-19 pandemic caused governments to focus on fighting it via lockdowns while keeping the economy going, so postponing climate adaptation actions.
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Climate Change Actions – Canada Reduces Crude Oil Processing, USA Invests in Renewables
Canada is cutting oil extraction due to climate policies, while the USA is boosting renewable energy and limiting fossil fuels.
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Is Climate Change to Blame for the Snow-less Winter in Moscow?
Reporting on Moscow's unfamiliar winter, ABC and CNN report there was hardly any snow. Is climate change the probable cause? Permafrost thawing happening?
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Climate Change Solution – Asparagopsis Seaweed Reduces Methane Emissions
Cultivating and using Asparagopsis seaweed to reduce methane emissions is a climate mitigation option but its boon and bane must be carefully evaluated.
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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.
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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.