The World Economic Forum (WEF) report presents that environment nurture could create jobs and business opportunities.
Category: Disaster Management and Response
Improved Predictions of Mega-storms Will Help Communities Prepare
Improved early warning systems can benefit other areas in the world to help them build resilience against climate shocks, like mega-storms.
Venice Has Built a Flood Barrier as an Adaptation to Flooding
The Moses Dam is a wise investment for Venice, safeguarding residents and the tourism industry from frequent flooding.
E-learning Courses for Hazard Warning Launched
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) offers e-learning courses on the Common Alerting Protocol for public hazard warnings.
Managing Impacts of El Niño and Climate-Related Droughts
The summary report, "Early warning systems and managing the effects of El Niño" discusses the dominant role of El Niño in driving drought globally.
The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction Implementation Report
This report details how Member States monitor their implementation of the Sendai Framework, which has seven targets and 38 indicators.
Climate Change Adaptation Practices in South Asia Countries
The report provides an overview of climate adaptation efforts in the region, focusing on Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Study Reveals How Asian Cities Are Adapting to Climate Change
Hari Bansha Dulal's study at the Virginia Department of Social Services investigates how cities in Asia adapt to climate change.
Highway Research Looks Into Asset Management Approaches in Evaluating Damages
This NCHRP synthesis report emphasizes asset management methods for evaluating roads, highways, and bridges.
Japan’s Climate Adaptation Practices in Developing Countries
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA) published a report on the climate adaptation actions it is taking in developing countries.