Putting science
at the heart of development
Developing countries are under increasing pressure to curb their emissions of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane that are at the root of global climate change.
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Opinions and Analysis
Asia–Pacific Analysis: Pushing for a strong climate change policy
Although the region is not a big polluter, the threat of climate change means it should lead the way on cuts, argues Crispin Maslog.
30 January 2013
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Building support for locally relevant climate tech
Climate Innovation Centers can promote clean technologies but need backing with a coordinated effort, says policy specialist Ambuj Sagar.
Tropical dams ‘major sources of greenhouse gases’
1 June 2012
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Source: Nature Climate Change
Policy Briefs
Using deforestation research to inform climate policy
Research into deforestation can help inform policies to reduce carbon emissions from forests.
8 July 2009
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Source: CIFOR
Reducing emissions from forest degradation
Tackling forest degradation is an essential element for any global climate deal hoping to reduce forest emissions.
8 July 2009
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Source: The Nature Conservancy
News and Features
Nepal to generate electricity from waste
Nepal sees waste-to-energy projects as a way to meet energy demand and also manage waste.
3 May 2013
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Concerns grow over effects of solar geoengineering
The latest studies predict adverse or ineffective outcomes of atmospheric geoengineering, and scientists are calling for better governance.
2 May 2013
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Aerosols confirmed rising over India
18 April 2013
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Climate change to hit Saudi's agriculture, water
9 April 2013
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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
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.
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