The NCCRA report shows NZ's most significant risks in 5 domains - natural environment, human, economy, built environment, and governance.
Category: Environment
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Does the Plummeting Oil Prices Signal the End of the Fossil Fuel Era?
The Economist reports that major oil companies are selling assets and cutting investments due to declining oil prices.
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Ecosystem-based Approach to Climate Adaptation Malmö, Sweden
Ecosystem-based adaptation in Augustenborg improved flood control and the city’s image while enhancing stormwater and sewer systems.
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Climate Adaptation in Salt Lake County’s Watershed Management
Marian Hubbard Rice discusses Salt Lake City's climate change adaptation in watershed management in this YouTube video.
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Climate Change Adaptation and Impact in Asia Pacific Forests
The study says climate change impacts vary by region; therefore, adaptation strategies and policies should be tailored and contextualized.
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Climate Adaptation and Mitigation in the Developing World’s Drylands
The paper shares research and case studies on innovative techniques for tackling drought and improving food security in arid regions.
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Effect of the Pandemic to Climate Change Explained
This Bloomberg article explores the environmental benefits of COVID-19 and its potential impact on climate change.
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Learning the Carbon Cycle and Anthropogenic Climate Change
The Economist's film explains the carbon cycle, its equilibrium, and how human activities cause climate change.
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Adapting to Floods by Creating “Sponge Cities” in China
Prof. Kongjian Yu, a Harvard University graduate, returned to China to design a "sponge city," an eco-friendly approach to flooding.
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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.