The University of Washington’s Climate Impacts Group and nine partner organisations launch the Northwest Climate Resilience Collaborative.
Tag: climate change
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How Asia and the Pacific Can Build Resilience
Disaster management and preparation in the Asia-Pacific significantly reduced fatalities and losses from natural and biological disasters.
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The Importance of Scaling Up Locally-led Climate Adaptation
Know the value of locally-led climate adaptation actions, their implications on local communities empowerment in making adaptation efforts.
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Climate Change and Recent Extreme Events
We have experienced extreme climate events worldwide in mid-2021. Climate scientists predict more to come. Does climate change have a role?
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Severe Flooding Hits NZ and European Countries
In less than two months apart, torrential rains swept across the country and brought with it record floods that devastated properties.
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Engaging the Disadvantaged Youth in Climate Adaptation Planning
In a study published in April 2021, Davis and Hügel explored the extent of participation in climate adaptation planning of disadvantaged youth in Ireland.
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Vertical Forest for Future Cities
Vertical forests are high rise buildings that incorporate trees and plants in urban design, which Italian architect Stefano Boeri pioneered.
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Climate Risk Week 2020 – A Virtual Event by The Economist Magazine
Measuring, managing and mitigating the threat from climate change. A 5-day Virtual Event hosted by The Economist Magazine.
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Climate Change Effects, Jet Stream and Extreme Weather Link Revealed
International scientists have found a connection between these extreme weather events and the impacts of climate change on the jet stream.
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Climate Change Inclusion in NZ Councils’ Long Term Plans
Local councils in New Zealand have recognised climate change is a “significant future issue” that must be reflected in their long term plans.