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Category: Climate Articles and News
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Climate Change’s Effect on Clouds
Climate scientists found the answers to climate change's effect on clouds and how clouds will respond to climate change.
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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?
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Cameroon’s Water Scarcity Affecting Peace and Order
The lack of rain and dry conditions in Cameroon is depleting water resources. It had caused conflicts resulting in deaths and refugees.
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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.
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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.
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UK Harnesses Battery Systems to Cope with Energy Demands
The United Kingdom switched on its largest battery energy storage in November 2022 to help the country cope with the possible power shortage.
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ADB Helps Indonesia Transition to Climate-Friendly Energy
ADB and Indonesian entities signed an agreement to facilitate the retirement of its first coal-fired power plant.
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Economic Growth Not a Factor in High Carbon Emissions
Study shows the link between economic growth and emissions is broken. Some 33 countries have experienced prosperity while reducing emissions.
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Indonesia’s Solution to Cut Coal Use
Indonesia's aim to transition to renewable energy and meet its climate targets is bolstered by the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).