This article features the "IPCC Sixth Assessment Report: Climate Change 2022," published on 28th February 2022 and background stories.
Category: Climate Adaptation
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The Role Wetlands Play in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
Wetlands can capture and store carbon long-term, more efficiently than tropical rainforests, vital for adaptation and mitigation of climate change.
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Climate Change Adaptation in Rural and Urban Areas
A study finds that local adaptation exceeds the national level, rural and urban areas have different adaptation measures and techniques.
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Sustainable Extraction of Lithium
Lithium is the most widely used element in making batteries for electric cars, mobile phones, laptops, etc. Sustainable mining is needed.
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Construction Materials for Net-Zero Buildings
Achieving net-zero buildings will have to start with the building or construction materials which accounts for 11% of its total emissions.
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How Africa Is Dealing with Climate Change
Countries in Africa are vulnerable to natural disasters and climate change impacts. Leaders need to implement sustainable development.
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Tracking the Countries’ Climate Actions
Thanks to the Climate Action Tracker (CAT). We can monitor countries' climate action and how they are faring against the Paris Agreement.
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Digital Twins, Wellington’s Award-Winning Model and their Value in Climate Adaptation
Wellington NZ's digital twin won US$1 million in a global tilt. Digital twins allow for evidence-based climate adaptation decisions.
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Will South Korea’s Floating Cities be a Good Climate Adaptation Option?
Rising sea levels threaten Busan, like many coastal cities in Asia. To address this, the South Korean city is building a floating city.
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More EV Charging Infrastructure Needed
The current number of EV public chargers at 1.3 million is not enough to meet the demands for the rapidly increasing EVs on the road.