The Philippines' vulnerability and exposure to extreme weather events are well-known. It must mobilise climate finance and actions soonest.
Category: Climate Adaptation
Indigenous Know-how Needed in Climate Adaptation Planning
For centuries the indigenous people have adapted and coped with environmental challenges and extreme events.
Efficient Climate Financing through Multilateral Development Bank
A report on multilateral banks delivering climate finance better due to the capital they possess and their ability to raise additional funds.
“Weather Weirding” in the USA Calls for Climate-Resilient Farming.
The weird weather series and extreme events in the USA hurt their agriculture yields and affect the future availability of food and prices.
Will Designing a “Sponge City” Mitigate Flooding in Auckland
Solid surfaces like roads and pavements contributed to the flooding, becoming like rivers during the deluge. Will sponge cities mitigate?
Helping Africa’s Conservation, Climate Adaptation, and Just Energy Transition
The US affirmed and expanded its commitment and support of Africa's conservation efforts, climate adaptation, and just energy transition.
Some Climate Adaptation Initiatives Lead to Maladaptation, Study Says
A study published in the World Development Journal shows many adaptation interventions lead to maladaptation in vulnerable communities.
Energy Supply Crunch and the US-China Climate Talks
The current energy supply crunch and high fuel prices have caused the reviving of coal plants and keeping them operating for longer.
Climate Adaptation at a Queensland Vineyard
A winemaker in Queensland's Granite Belt shares how he is adapting his farming practices to cope with extreme events caused by climate change.
Climate Change Adaptation Support for US Tribal Communities
The US government provides financial support for managed retreat, a powerful climate adaptation tool for affected US indigenous tribes.