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Producing enough food for a rapidly growing population, and taking care of our planet are two of the world's biggest challenges.

Opinions and Analysis

Earth from space How not to move forward on achieving sustainability

A new intergovernmental panel would not be the best way of tackling the multifaceted challenges of sustainable development.

10 February 2012 | EN | ES | 中文

Pacific islands to map coastal hazards 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.

8 February 2012 | EN | ES

Policy Briefs

Man walking through a flooded ricefield Advancing agricultural adaptation and mitigation

Scientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.

24 January 2012 | EN
Source: Science

Boy getting water from community pipe, Sri Lanka Developing solutions for sustainable water management

Rio+20 is an opportunity to focus on harnessing scientific evidence and good governance to improve the management of water resources.

22 November 2011 | EN
Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)


News and Features

Chinese rice farmer China's farming calendar 'out of step' with global warming

Seasonal markers need to be revised to take account of climate change, a study suggests.

14 February 2012 | EN

A mosquito GM mosquito risk assessments 'deficient', says review

A review of experimental GM insect releases points to 'scientific deficiencies' and lack of openness in regulatory approvals.

14 February 2012 | EN

Practical Guides

Logging in Papua New Guinea Navigating your way around a REDD story

Tips for journalists reporting on issues surrounding the proposed scheme to pay developing countries to protect their forests.

16 December 2009 | EN
Source: Panos London


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