Putting science
at the heart of development
Environmental policymaking plays a key role in determining the extent to which a country can exploit its natural resources while also protecting its ecosystems and avoiding land degradation.
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Opinions and Analysis
It is vital to reinvigorate organic farming research
Organic farming can deliver food sustainably, but only with compelling science to boost its use, argues Ged Buffee.
11 June 2013
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Will more science expertise fix the sustainability crisis?
Constant calls for evidence-based policy miss the underlying politics of knowledge, argues analyst Peter Bille Larsen.
7 May 2013
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The Red-Dead water conveyer can avoid a dead end
19 March 2013
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Policy Briefs
Overcoming obstacles to GM crop adoption
Careful assessment and policies on genetically modified crops could contribute to agricultural development and food security.
21 June 2012
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Source: Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST)
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
News and Features
Carbon projects for smallholder farmers can 'reduce poverty'
Projects in Africa helping small farms make use of the carbon market can help reduce poverty, say researchers.
17 June 2013
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Legally binding ban proposed on ocean fertilisation
The international convention on marine dumping may soon outlaw ocean fertilisation but genuine research will still be permitted.
11 June 2013
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Cow dung a detox for arsenic sludge
5 June 2013
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South Asia on the clean brick road
31 May 2013
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