Combining Conventional and Ecosystem-Based Disaster Risk Reduction for Better Tsunami Mitigation
Studies have been exploring the possibility and benefits of combining ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction with hard-engineered infrastructures to support better tsunami mitigation.... Read more
Disaster Risk Reduction
Flood Safety Measures: Ways to help you stay safe during floods
With the increasing risks of extreme rainfall amid climate change, flood safety measures are more important than ever. Here are some ways you can enhance your safety during floods.... Read more
Improving Coastline Protection by Preserving Marshes
In the fight against rising sea levels due to climate change, marshes can contribute to building a safe and cost-effective coastline protection system.... Read more
Global Expansion of Social Protection Systems Remains Too Slow
The ILO’s “World Social Protection Report 2024-26” flagship report provides a global overview of the expansion of social protection systems since 2015.... Read more
Nature-based Solutions Are Proven Effective in Mitigating Climate-Related Disasters
A new global assessment reveals that nature-based solutions are cost-effective and efficient in combating climate-related disasters.... Read more
Understanding the Severity of Sea Level Rise
Sea level rise has caused devastating impacts on people and the planet. How is its current state and what can be done to address it?... Read more
Using Traffic Rumblings to Measure Soil Moisture
Researchers unveiled a new method to measure soil moisture using ground vibrations from daily human activities.... Read more
The Call to Support Climate Resiliency in Pacific Islands Countries
Pacific country leaders gathered in the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting to discuss the region’s climate-resilient future.... Read more
Protecting Children in Indonesia with Child-Focused Climate Change Interventions
A report by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia and UNICEF highlights the importance of child-focused interventions for children in Indonesia.... Read more
How Gender Equality Accelerators Can Advance Progress in Gender Equality and Women’s Rights
UN Women published the Gender Equality Accelerators framework to tackle urgent issues and accelerate solutions across the gender landscape.
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