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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 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
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
Climate News 15 March – 21 March 2023
Renewables and climate change in Nepal Source: The Himalayan Times Date: 18 Mar 2023 Energy is essential for development, but its environmental impact raises concerns. Renewable energy technologies (RETs) are crucial for mitigating climate change. Globally, non-renewable sources dominate energy demand, with conventional energy sources being prevalent in Nepal. Slow adoption of RETs hinders climate [...] Read More
World Water Day 2023 Messages | Accelerating Change to Solve the Water and Sanitation Crisis
Background: Water affects us all, so we must all act swiftly to meet UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030. As one of the world's most densely populated regions, South Asia is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, which are already being felt in the form of [...] Read More
Climate News 8 March – 14 March 2023
Green Climate Fund team in Pakistan to discuss cooperation Source: Dawn Date: 10 Mar 2023 A delegation from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) visited Pakistan to discuss potential cooperation in addressing climate change and accessing climate finance. The delegation met with officials from the Ministry of Climate Change and other stakeholders to enhance Pakistan's capacity [...] Read More