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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
The challenges faced by the South in dealing with the impacts of climate change are gaining recognition in international policy circles. But policies to address these effectively have yet to be designed and implemented.
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Opinions and Analysis
Two cultures but one message for climate change
Tackling recent controversies about climate change data requires a robust partnership between the natural and social sciences.
Where next for the IPCC?
Five climate experts offer their views on how best to reform the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Policy Briefs
Six hurdles to delivering climate finance
Six key issues threaten the promise of climate finance made to the developing world at UN climate talks in Copenhagen.
11 February 2010
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Source: International Institute for Environment and Development
Making low carbon development pro-poor
With the right mix of policy measures, low carbon development can be made to benefit the poor.
3 September 2009
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Source: Institute of Development Studies
News and Features
India boosts climate data contribution to IPCC
India is set to share local climate data with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change for the first time at an institutional level.
Top emerging nations pledge climate aid for poor states
Brazil, China, India and South Africa have promised to increase climate science cooperation in the developing world.
Practical Guides
Gearing up to report on the Copenhagen climate talks
Background information for journalists about the Copenhagen climate change summit, along with potential sticking points and outcomes.
Climate change: How to report the story of the century
Reporting on climate change is an important but challenging task. James Fahn explains how to make your stories both accurate and engaging.
