Prof. Kongjian Yu, a Harvard University graduate, returned to China to design a "sponge city," an eco-friendly approach to flooding.
Category: Environment
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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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Excellent Climate Adaptation Examples from Around the World
The Global Commission on Adaptation presented 12 exemplary climate adaptation cases from countries recognized as effective adaptation models.
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Are Landslides a Climate Change Consequence?
A landslide was captured on video in Kråknes, Alta, northern Norway. Two studies explore the link between climate change and landslides.
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Public Health Organization Urging a Green Recovery from Coronavirus
Public health organizations worldwide have urged G20 leaders to include climate change and pollution in their economic recovery plan.
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Watershed Management Approach, A Good Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Practice in Eastern Africa
Climate change adaptation in the region will improve land and water management through the watershed management approach.
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Climate Change Adaptation through Nature-based Horizontal Levees
The study examines a nature-based horizontal levee that offers flood protection and improves water quality while aiding climate adaptation.
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Is Humanity’s Impact on Climate Irreversible?
According to The Economist, human activity has damaged the earth's climate and carbon cycle, which requires substantial efforts to reverse.
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Study Confirms the Environmental Benefit of Low-Carbon Tech
The research shows that implementing renewable energy can reduce pollution and minimize the environmental impacts of electricity generation.
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Climate Change Will Demand More Power Generation Capacity Infrastructure
Effective climate-water adaptation strategies for future electric generation in the USA should prioritize renewable-based power solutions.