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Climate Change Laws
What is a climate change law? A climate change law refers to legislation or legal frameworks that are enacted to address issues related to climate change. These laws aim to mitigate the impact of human activities on the climate and promote efforts to adapt to the changes that are already occurring. These laws can cover [...] Read MoreClimate Change Frameworks
Climate change frameworks refer to the various agreements, protocols, and strategies developed by the international community to address the challenges posed by climate change. These frameworks are crucial for coordinating global efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate impacts, and promote sustainable development. Several key climate change frameworks have been established over the [...] Read MoreClimate Change Best Practices
What are examples of climate change best practices? Addressing climate change involves a combination of mitigation and adaptation strategies. Mitigation aims to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases, while adaptation involves adjusting to the impacts of climate change. Here are some best practices for addressing climate change: Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Design and build infrastructure [...] Read MoreClimate Change Case Studies
What are climate change case studies? Climate change case studies are detailed examinations of specific instances or events related to climate change. These studies provide in-depth analyses of the impacts, causes, responses, and potential solutions associated with climate change. Case studies are valuable tools for researchers, policymakers, and the public to understand the complex and [...] Read MoreNationally Determined Contributions
Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are at the heart of the Paris Agreement and the achievement of its long-term goals. NDCs embody efforts by each country to reduce national emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) hosts the most recent country submissions. The Paris Agreement [...] Read More
Climate Change, Rain and Rising Temperatures in Koshi River Basin
A double suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi (a tributary of the Koshi river) on the way to Namche Bazar, Nepal (Photo by Robin Lardon/Shutterstock.com). The Impact of Climate Change on Rain and Rising Temperatures in Koshi River Basin It is unequivocal that changes in precipitation and temperature patterns are expected due to climate-driven changes, [...] Read More
Tracking Delta Investment in Bangladesh: The 8th Five Year Plan
Tracking Delta Investment in Bangladesh: The First Step Through the Eighth Five Year Plan The Government of Bangladesh published the Eighth Five Year Plan (8FYP) in December 2020 and formulated strategic directions for the period running from 2021-2025. The 8FYP provides essential guidance on initiating the implementation of the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 (BDP 2100), [...] Read More
Living with the River: Going with the Flow of the Kosi
During the flooding season, boats become the only means of transport in the Kosi River Basin in places within the embankments. (Photo: Manoj Kumar Singh / Gorakhpur News Line) Living with the River: Going with the Flow of the Kosi The Kosi is a transboundary river that springs from the Himalayan slopes of Tibet and [...] Read More
Exploring the Impacts of Climate Change on Groundwater Resources
Diesel Pumping Set Extracting Water from a Shallow Tube Well for the Paddy Crop on the Outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh (Photo: Dr. Niladri Gupta, 2022) Climate change has brought about increased temperature and shifts in precipitation patterns around the world, impacting the water resources sector. The IPCC’s sixth assessment report (AR6) highlights that changes in [...] Read More