Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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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
Developing world must lead on green economic policy
Yet more failure to make much progress on climate change in Durban means that developing countries must exert stronger political pressure.
UN human development index must be revised
Chuluun Togtokh calls for a change to the UN's current human development index, which "celebrates gas-guzzling developed nations".
23 November 2011
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Source: Nature
Cities are crucial for climate mitigation
27 October 2010
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Source: Nature
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
Rising ocean acidity worst for Caribbean and Pacific
Ocean acidification caused by human activities is likely to hit the Caribbean and west tropical Pacific regions the most.
Nepal leads biogas collaboration
Nepal plans to expand its household biogas programme, a model for developing countries, into commercial use.
24 January 2012
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Emissions cuts also offer quick health and crop benefits
13 January 2012
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Pacific island fisheries face climate challenge
31 December 2011
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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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