By 2030, drought, other climate hazards will worsen food insecurity
The entire world risks facing food insecurity, human displacement, and conflicts by 2030 as extreme weather events persistently increase, reports Ruth Douglas.
Climate change in human rights courts
‘Climate Change in Human Rights Courts: Overcoming Procedural Hurdles in Transboundary Environmental Cases’ will be the title of this year’s ‘Madame de Staël Prize Lecture’.
Behaviour change: we must understand how it works, before offering support
In this blog article, Lucy Richardson explores a tool for understanding behaviourial changes, and how it can be used to identify ways to help people afflicted by the change process.
Evidence-based technology imperative for climate-resilient future
A communique posted by InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) has highlighted the need for countries to anticipate climate change risks, and quickly implement actions to reach net zero climate-resilient future by 2050.
A case for biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and water provision
According to a study, conserving 30% of land will safeguard 70% of terrestrial plant and vertebrate animal species, while 68% of all clean water will be made available.
Astronomers take action against climate change
The International Astronomical Union urged its over 120,000 members to address climate change via scientific and educational outreaches, together with various other activities.
‘Improve climate data’ to tackle water security
Knowing the impact of climate change on quality and supply of water at the scale of local communities is crucial to mitigate it.
GM rice to wait a little longer for public sampling
At least two years’ wait for GM Rice production
Climate Research Honour
ICTP Staff Associate In-Sik Kang awarded prestigious climate prize
Climate change and the environment: making people’s voices heard
Video testimonies collected by young people in their communities around the world form the basis of a network that allows for the expression of their concerns and for a dialogue with scientists and policy makers.
