Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Combating the threats of human-induced global warming requires more than reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Equally important are adaptation changes that reduce society's vulnerability to climate change.
(Photo credit: WFP/Cyridion Usengumuremyi)
Opinions and Analysis
Support community mapping for climate adaptation
Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.
Asia–Pacific Analysis: Be proactive on disaster planning
South-East Asia has suffered from neglecting planning for disasters. Governments must heed the warnings and act now, argues Crispin Maslog.
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
Software apps for African farmers win prizes
Software applications, or apps, that help solve East African farmers' climate problems have received cash prizes in the Apps4Africa competition.
8 February 2012
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High temperatures 'make wheat old before its time'
Higher temperatures could decrease wheat yields by causing the crop to age prematurely.
8 February 2012
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UN 'needs greater integration between science and policy'
3 February 2012
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Practical Guides
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.
