Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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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
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
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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.
A world organisation for an equitable green economy
5 January 2012
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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
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
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
News and Features
Damage from tropical cyclones 'set to soar'
Tropical cyclone damage costs are set to increase dramatically because of climate change, and population and economic growth, says a study.
9 February 2012
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Call for new indicators of sustainable development
A conference in India has heard calls for new, science-based development indices in the run-up to the Rio+20 summit.
9 February 2012
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How Rio+20 may boost the science in sustainability
8 February 2012
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Software apps for African farmers win prizes
8 February 2012
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Practical Guides
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
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Source: Panos London
