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International efforts to address climate change that focus on mitigation — the reduction of greenhouse gases — must include developing nations such as Brazil, China and India that are key contributors to emissions.
Opinions and Analysis
The 'hidden hunger' caused by climate change
Understanding how carbon dioxide impacts food quality is vital to tackle malnutrition effectively, says agricultural researcher Lewis Ziska.
Climate policy: technology not targets
Governments must centre climate policies around technology development, not emissions targets, say Isabel Galiana and Christopher Green.
3 December 2009
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Source: Nature
Agriculture can adapt to climate change
20 November 2009
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Policy Briefs
Improving land and water management
Better land and water management could improve yields and help developing countries mitigate and adapt to climate change.
10 December 2009
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Source: NCCR North-South
Reducing the adverse health effects of climate change
Enhancing disease surveillance and response and improving environmental conditions can help reduce negative health impacts of climate change.
9 September 2009
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Source: The Bulletin of the WHO
News and Features
Temperature rise spreads malaria, scientists insist
The hotly contested idea that climate change is increasing the spread of malaria has been supported by a review of recent studies.
11 March 2010
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Jamaica to receive European climate aid
The European Commission will finance a four-year plan to help Jamaica adapt to climate change.
3 March 2010
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Source: Jamaica Observer
Waste tea leaves could brew up biofuel
1 March 2010
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Andean countries 'struggle to adapt to climate change'
1 March 2010
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Practical Guides
Navigating your way around a REDD story
Tips for journalists reporting on issues surrounding the proposed scheme to pay developing countries to protect their forests.
16 December 2009
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Source: Panos London
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.
