Author: homolata
Why South Asia is Among the Hardest Hit Regions by Climate Change
The article was first published by U.S. News on 30 June 2022. Read the original article here. People travelling through flood waters by raft, June 26, 2022, in the Daudpur Union of Dakkin Surma Upazila of Sylhet. (MD RAFAYAT HAQUE KHAN/EYEPIX GROUP/FUTURE PUBLISHING/GETTY IMAGES) As India and Bangladesh emerge from devastating floods, one expert explains [...] Read More
Hybrid Training Course on Urban Resilience
SummaryDetailsSummary Urban areas are hubs where large amounts of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are released into the atmosphere, especially from key sectors such as buildings, transport, and waste. With the world becoming warmer every day, Cities should act first to cut emissions to slow down the rate of warming. Low Carbon Development is the key [...] Read More
Climate News 27 September – 3 October 2023
India and south Asia forecast to grow more quickly than other regions Source: Financial Times Date: 3 Oct 2023 India and its South Asian neighbors are projected to experience robust economic growth in 2023, with the World Bank revising its forecast to 5.8%. This growth defies expectations for slower expansion in China and East Asia [...] Read More
Navigating Climate Risk: The Crucial Role of Insurance in the Transition to a Low Carbon Economy
The article was first published by Asian Development Bank on 27 June 2023. Read the original article here. Insurers can bring their expertise on risk awareness to the climate challenge. Photo: Damon Lam The insurance sector can be a game-changer by managing risks from climate change in Asia and the Pacific, protecting ecosystems, and supporting [...] Read More
Climate News 20 September – 26 September 2023
UN sounds health alarm on climate change Source: New Straits Times Date: 21 Sep 2023 UN General Assembly officials warn that the climate crisis increasingly threatens public health. They call for enhanced training, research, and resilience efforts to tackle these challenges, emphasizing the significance of the UN Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. The World Health [...] Read More
Rising Tides and Sinking Villages: Odisha’s Battle with Climate Change
A damaged railway track in Rayagada district, Odisha, India (Photo by: Dr. Malini Prava Sethi) The State of Odisha in India faces severe climate change impacts. In the last 12 years, at least 16 natural disasters have impacted the lives and livelihood of the coastal communities. Frequent tropical cyclones and floods have intensified sea erosion [...] Read More
Climate News 13 September – 19 September 2023
Rising tides, sinking chalkboards: How climate change threatens Bangladesh's primary education Source: The Daily Star Date: 19 Sep 2023 Climate change is severely affecting children's education in Bangladesh. Extreme weather events driven by climate change, such as cyclones and flooding, put millions of children at risk. Economic challenges can lead to lower school enrollment rates [...] Read More
Climate Change Lessons and Local Government Experiences from Assam, India
Flooded Settlements at Majuli Island, Assam, India (Photo by: Pallav Gopal Jha) The riverine island of Assam-Majuli, in the North-eastern part of India, is affected by floods and river erosion during the monsoonal period. In 2017, during the flood season, the early warning dissemination from upper riparian states indicated a possible breach in the dam [...] Read More
Climate News 6 September – 12 September 2023
Global warming, longer monsoon rains making dengue deadlier in South Asia Source: Al Jazeera Date: 8 Sep 2023 Dengue fever is causing severe problems in South Asian nations, particularly in Bangladesh, where record deaths have occurred in 2023, linked to climate change effects. Rising temperatures and extended monsoon seasons create ideal mosquito breeding conditions. Dengue [...] Read More