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Network to push scientific case for organic farming
A new platform for organic farming will link farmers to researchers, and help shape and coordinate global research agenda.
Commission aims to draw attention to deteriorating oceans
New ocean commission will provide informal advice to the UN and firms on issues such as overfishing and gaps in governance of the high seas.
Be open about any uncertainty in policy advice, scientists told
Scientists should not present a uniform front when advising decision-makers if it means uncertainties are ignored, a meeting has heard.
After Rio+20, developing countries must take the lead
Last week's summit has confirmed that sustainable development will only be achieved through the political leadership of developing countries.
Scientists criticise lack of urgency in Rio+20 accord
Rio+20 closed with a new sustainable development agreement — but scientists have criticised it for failing to highlight their potential contribution.
UNESCO to set up UN science advisory board
The creation of a UN science advisory board — announced at Rio+20 — will bring together experts to provide advice on global science issues
NEWS | 25 June 2012 | EN
Broadband access 'must expand to include poor'
The 'digital divide' has been replaced by the 'broadband divide', say ICT specialists.
Universities agree to take action on sustainability
More than 200 educational institutions have signed a declaration to integrate sustainability into curricula and campuses.
Sustainable energy budgets must increase, says report
The Global Energy Assessment, launched at Rio+20, has warned that an extra half billion dollars is required to limit global warming.
NEWS | 21 June 2012 | EN
Rio+20 – A Water Guide for Negotiators and Young Water Experts
This guide provides an overview of water-related topics up for discussion at the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20). It aims to introduce the Rio+20 process and facilitate relevant stakeholder participation. It gives an overview of global water commitments, emerging issues related...
KEY DOCUMENT | Publication date: June 2012 | EN
Anti-desertification plan gets official launch in Rio
Africa, Brazil and France are coming together to tackle desertification, and have presented their first concrete actions at Rio+20 this week.
Strategies proposed to adapt to climate change in LAC
Latin America and the Caribbean could adapt to climate change by investing just ten per cent of the costs expected from climate change impacts by 2050, says a report.
NEWS | 20 June 2012 | ES
Rio+20 compromise draft text completed
A Rio+20 draft text has been completed ahead of the formal summit, but developing countries say it glosses over several crucial issues.
Capacity building 'a major obstacle' to natural capital accounting
Putting a price on natural resources is proving a challenge for developing nations who say they need international support and training.
NEWS | 20 June 2012 | EN
US$5 billion agricultural research portfolio unveiled
The CGIAR Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers has officially launched its 15 research programmes at Rio+20.
Global network for organic farming research announced at Rio+20
Organic agriculture researchers, complaining that they can't source mainstream funding, are to start a network to foster research capacity in developing countries.
NEWS | 19 June 2012 | EN
Launch of 'inclusive' wealth index reveals GDP limitations
A new Inclusive Wealth Indicator (IWI) index has revealed discrepancies between a nation's GDP and other types of capital.
OECD launches 'green economy' consultation with developing countries
Despite criticisms from some developing countries about the idea of a green economy, the OECD will hold talks on green growth at Rio+20.
Homegrown solutions 'crucial to sustainable development'
Sustainable development must integrate solutions based on local knowledge and not just top-down tech transfer, a forum has heard.
NEWS | 18 June 2012 | EN
Rio+20 could create momentum for a global transformation
The UN conference to be held in Brazil next week should act as a catalyst for a sustainable development agenda, says Carlos Nobre.
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