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Africa’s Restoration Entrepreneurs Aid in COVID-19 Response
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The coronavirus crisis has put Africa’s food systems under pressure, disrupting supply chains so that food goes to waste while there are shortages in local markets. Restoration economy pioneers supported by the WRI-led Land Accelerator are solving the problem with innovative businesses that link rural landscapes to urban centers. Amanda Gant, Will Anderson and Meseret Shiferaw share the stories of four African entrepreneurs who are building back better. Read More
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The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting farmers and consumers alike, but restoration entrepreneurs are stepping up to meet demand and prevent food waste. Photo by Anaya Katlego/Unsplash
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Oil & Gas Win, Clean Energy Loses in US COVID-19 Response
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Guess who’s winning? The U.S. federal government’s three trillion-dollar coronavirus bailout package has pumped billions of dollars into tailored relief for oil and gas companies, while short-changing clean renewables such as wind and solar. U.S. Director of Government Affairs Christina DeConcini and Jillian Neuberger detail the many perks enjoyed by the fossil fuel industry. Not on the list: targeted support for fossil fuel workers. Read More
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6 Ways to Remove Carbon Pollution from the Sky
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Cutting emissions won’t be enough. Climate models show that averting runaway climate change will require removing billions of metric tons of carbon dioxide annually by 2050. How? Recent WRI research describes the pros and cons of six methods for removing carbon from the sky. The cheapest and most reliable methods are natural. Read more
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How Can Citizens Contribute to a Sustainable Recovery? Early Lessons from the French Citizens' Assembly
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Recent protests around the world have shown how powerful the collective voice of citizens can be. When it comes to climate, this is no different. The French Citizens’ Convention on Climate Change has applied deliberative democracy techniques to identify 50 activities that can boost economic recovery, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve health for all. Mathilde Bouye describes how such assemblies can drive real change. Read more
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