Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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The challenges faced by the South in dealing with the impacts of climate change are gaining recognition in international policy circles. But policies to address these effectively have yet to be designed and implemented.
(Photo credit: Álvaro Canivell)
Opinions and Analysis
Why we need Sustainable Development Goals
Rio+20 must launch SDGs to guide countries through complex development challenges, argues Colombian ministry official Paula Caballero Gómez.
Rio+20 must push past politics with achievable targets
Next month's meeting in Brazil needs send the right signals to encourage progress on sustainability, says ODI's Claire Melamed.
Transforming small-scale agriculture for green economies
21 February 2012
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Source: NCCR North–South
Policy Briefs
Advancing agricultural adaptation and mitigation
Scientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.
24 January 2012
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Source: Science
Managing uncertainty in urban adaptation planning
City planners can find a way to use existing evidence and deal with uncertainty in designing strategies for climate change adaptation.
9 December 2011
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Source: International Institute for Environment and Development
News and Features
Brazil and UN launch dialogue platform ahead of Rio+20
A new interactive website seeks to encourage social participation in the recommendations about sustainable development to be conveyed to Rio+20.
14 May 2012
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Peru takes steps to reach low carbon economy
The Peruvian government has launched a plan to generate scientific data for industrial sectors, looking for a low carbon economy.
9 May 2012
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South Asia gets climate-smart learning platform
8 May 2012
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Practical Guides
Gearing up to report on the Copenhagen climate talks
Background information for journalists about the Copenhagen climate change summit, along with potential sticking points and outcomes.
Climate change: How to report the story of the century
Reporting on climate change is an important but challenging task. James Fahn explains how to make your stories both accurate and engaging.
