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Climate News 19 April – 25 April 2023
'Hotter and hotter': Swathes of Asia sweat in heatwave Source: France 24 Date: 19 Apr 2023 South and Southeast Asia are grappling with a severe heatwave, with record temperatures causing distress. Bangladesh experienced its highest temperature in nearly 60 years, and India reported at least 13 heatstroke deaths, while Thailand saw temperatures reaching 44.6°C. Experts [...] Read More
Earth Day 2023 | Invest In Our Planet for Climate-resilient Communities
South Asia Region Climate Knowledge Hub (SAR-Climate) invites you to join our celebration of Earth Day 2023 today by taking note of the critical messages from academic experts in disaster risk reduction, economics, capacity-building, and climate change adaptation and resilience in South Asia. The experts in the video above are: Prof. Rajib Shaw, Graduate School of [...] Read More
Climate News 12 April – 18 April 2023
What are green buildings and how can they help South Asia address the climate crisis? Source: The Third Pole Date: 13 Apr 2023 Green buildings are constructed with sustainability in mind, aiming to minimize environmental impact and promote healthier living and working environments. These structures incorporate various eco-friendly features, such as passive solar design, energy-efficient [...] Read More
Climate News 5 April – 11 April 2023
UNOPS Bangladesh launches SDG Cafe on climate change Source: Dhaka Tribune Date: 5 Apr 2023 UNOPS Bangladesh has launched the "SDG Cafe," a monthly roundtable event to enhance understanding of Bangladesh's progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participants from various sectors will discuss current practices, technologies, policies, and challenges related to SDG implementation. The [...] Read More
Climate News 29 March – 4 April 2023
Surviving South Asia’s heatwaves Source: World Economic Forum Date: 29 Mar 2023 In southern Pakistan, near the city touted as the hottest in the world, journalist Sultan Rind explains the reality of life at 46 degrees. Rind's day begins early with outdoor activities with family and friends to beat the scorching heat. They enjoy folk [...] Read More
Gender Inclusion and Technology in Climate Resilience – A Civil Society Perspective
Aisha Khan (photo by ADPC) Aisha Khan is the Chief Executive of the Civil Society Coalition for Climate Change and CEO of the Mountain & Glacier Protection Organization in Pakistan. She has over 20 years of work experience at the community and policy levels to strengthen climate action by supporting inclusive and participatory practices that [...] Read More
International Climate Change Negotiations
Click on the image to access the online course. SummaryDetailsSuggest an EditSummary The International Climate Change Negotiations: Leveraging LoCAL Experience in Support of Climate Change Negotiations online training course has been designed to build a solid understanding of the negotiation environment provided by the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), including its governing bodies, [...] Read More
Climate News 22 March – 28 March 2023
Bangladesh bans plastics in world's largest mangrove forest Source: France24 Date: 28 Mar 2023 Bangladesh has imposed a ban on single-use plastics in the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, due to damage caused by tourists and visitors who leave behind disposable water bottles, plastic food plates, and cans. The Sundarbans is home to rare [...] Read More
Critical Steps for Governments to Address Climate Change: Insights from UNDRR
Mr. Marco Toscano-Rivalta (Photo by ADPC). Mr. Marco Toscano-Rivalta is Chief of the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR). What critical steps should countries and governments take to address climate risks? Countries need to understand better the climate and disaster risks they face by coupling together [...] Read More