Protecting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Climate Change Policies
A recent report revealed that most national climate change policies and commitments pay no attention to persons with disabilities.... Read more
SDGs Goal 3
Public Policy Instruments to Respond to the Global Pandemic Threats
Research shows that climate change and global pandemics are linked.... Read more
How to Provide Childcare during Humanitarian Crises
Children deserve the space and opportunity to play, learn, and build relationships even in crises. UNICEF’s Childcare in Humanitarian Crises brief explores how those positive opportunities are still possible in acute onset emergencies.... Read more
An Introduction to Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction refers to policies, programs, and practices developed to reduce harm by minimizing adverse health, social, legal, economic, and even environmental consequences of human behaviors and activities.... Read more
Jakarta’s Struggle Against Poor Air Quality
It is in the government’s hands to impose stronger emission regulations and restructure the city to be more sustainable for its citizens.... Read more
How Cities Can Prepare for Extreme Heatwaves
On the first global Heat Action Day on June 14, cities worldwide received a reminder to prepare for extreme heatwaves.
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Panasonic Built Japan’s Third Sustainable Smart Town in Osaka
Suita Sustainable Smart Town has electricity from renewable energy, technology-supported mobility and security, and open green spaces for community gatherings. ... Read more
China’s First Vertical Forest and the Use of Biophilic Design for Sustainable Urban Spaces
The first-ever vertical forest in China was built to give a new way for people to interact with nature in a modern environment. This approach is also known as biophilic design.
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How the Vietnam Water Crisis Affects Children
Vietnam is experiencing a water crisis that has caused children in rural areas to be more vulnerable to disease and malnutrition.
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The Lawsuit for Clean Air Against the Thailand Government
Seven civil society groups in Thailand filed a lawsuit against the government for neglect in protecting citizens’ rights to clean air.
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