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What Farmers Need to Survive a Changing Climate: Transformative Adaptation
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40 years of weather and climate information in India uncovered that while total rainfall has remained consistent, the number of rainy days has declined and the monsoon onset was often delayed, leading to lower rice and maize yields. This is forcing farmers to look for transformative adaptation techniques that boost long-term resilience. Rebecca Carter and Tyler Ferdinand reveal how two areas of research can deliver prosperity: crop research and development and climate services. Read More
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Growing millet in India. Photo by CGIAR Climate
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Mongolia Shows How to Fight for Environmental Justice
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Open-pit mines in Eastern Mongolia are wreaking havoc on the natural landscapes and resources that sustain the livelihoods of local communities. A new WRI toolkit is helping the people of Erdenetsagaan and other communities facing similar environmental injustices to protect their lands and lives against polluters. WRI Associate Elizabeth Moses explains how effective coalitions are strengthening environmental laws. Read More
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Despite Shared Membership, US Chamber of Commerce and Business Roundtable at Odds Over Climate Policy
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The Business Roundtable (BRT), representing more than 200 of the United States’ most influential chief executives, made headlines last month when it launched new climate policy principles, including support for a carbon tax, that are much more ambitious than any other major U.S. trade association. The new policy principles will only be put into action if member CEOs deploy their lobbyists to make it happen, starting by bringing other trade associations, like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, on board. The question: To BRT or not to BRT? Read more
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4 Reasons to Prioritize Electric Vehicles After COVID-19
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COVID-19 has hit public transportation hard and boosted interest in private vehicle use. What does this mean for sustainable transportation? Vishant Kothari and Ryan Sclar say now it the time for local governments and consumers to go electric, cutting emissions and air pollution, creating jobs, and boosting economic growth. Read more
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Financing for a Sustainable Ocean Economy: High-Level Dialogue
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October 22, 2020
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
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P4G State-of-the-Art Awards and WRI Report Launch: Transformative Partnerships to Accelerate the SDGs
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October 27, 2020
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Making the Connection: How Can Governments Attract Private Investment for the Green Energy Transition?
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October 27, 2020
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
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Coastal Development: Resilience, Restoration and Infrastructure Requirements
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October 28, 2020
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM GMT
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