Author: homolata
How Kerala is Harnessing Data for Climate Resilience
Waterways in the State of Kerala, in Southwestern India. / Shutterstock The World Bank first published this blog on 5 December 2023. Read the original blog here. The backwaters of Kerala weave through picturesque landscapes, but the monsoons bring both blessings and challenges. A remarkable transformation is underway to turn this coastal state of India [...] Read More
What is Climate-smart Agriculture (CSA)?
Voiceover by Russell Isaac, Senior Consultant at Sports Media Services. Transcript: The term "climate-smart agriculture" or CSA was coined by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 2010. It encapsulates the need for agriculture in developing countries to undergo a significant transformation (if the challenges of food security in the face of climate [...] Read More
Climate News 29 November – 5 December 2023
At least 241 invasive plants mapped in 7 South Asian countries; India tops list Source: Hindustan Times Date: 5 Dec 2023 Scientists from India and six other South Asian countries have compiled an inventory of 241 invasive alien plant species negatively impacting biodiversity and food security. India tops the list with 185 invasive plants, followed [...] Read More
Innovative Strategies to Minimize Loss and Damage from Climate Change
Coastal communities are among the areas most affected by climate change. Photo: ADB Asian Development Bank (ADB) first published this blog on 7 November 2023. The original blog post can be found here. Climate change is threatening vulnerable communities throughout Asia and the Pacific. To minimize the losses, five key strategies should be pursued. The [...] Read More
Climate News 22 November – 28 November 2023
South Asia Needs a “Marshall Plan” for Climate Resilience Source: World Bank Blogs Date: 27 Nov 2023 In the aftermath of last year's devastating floods in Pakistan, impacting 33 million people, the urgency of climate action in South Asia is evident. With rising temperatures, cyclones, and receding glaciers threatening 1.9 billion lives, the World Bank's [...] Read More
Building Resilience for South Asia’s Future
World Bank Blogs first published the blog on 6 November 2023. The original blog post can be found here. New Delhi, India-May 23 2022: A dried up empty reservoir or dam during a summer heatwave, low rainfall and drought type situation in Delhi. climate change image (Photo from World Bank Blogs) More than 850 million [...] Read More
Climate News 15 November – 21 November 2023
COP28 must focus on health crisis Source: Bangkok Post Date: 21 Nov 2023 The article underscores the perilous consequences of persistent reliance on fossil fuels, emphasizing its detrimental impact on global health and climate. Recent years have witnessed a cascade of climate-related calamities, including extreme weather events and food shortages, attributed to this dependency. With [...] Read More
Considerations for Accessing Climate Funds
Graham Clark is Chairman and Chief Executive of Asia Affinity Holdings Ltd. in Hong Kong SAR, China. Read the full transcript here. Key points from the interview: The pursuit of climate funds to address impacts and disaster risk reduction is a global imperative, albeit a complex one. To navigate this complexity, a structured and systematic [...] Read More
Of Dragons, Data and Clouds: Bhutan’s Journey into Carbon Markets, Technology, and a Resilient Future
The blog was first published by World Bank Blogs on 19 October 2023. Read the original blog here. Paro Taktsang, Bhutan. Photo: World Bank Nestled within the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is often referred to as the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’. This evocative name, steeped in mythology and reverence, perfectly captures the spirit of a [...] Read More