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5 Things to Know about the IEA’s Roadmap to Net Zero by 2050
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It’s widely understood that the earth must reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. To get us there, the International Energy Agency released a roadmap. WRI’s energy and climate experts unpack the new IEA study. One area of disagreement: they consider the IEA’s estimates of biofuel use “unrealistic” because it would compete with food needs and other land uses. Read more
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Want more on how to reach net-zero emissions? Check out WRI’s recently-updated explainer, which lays out 10 key ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
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As Cities Grow Across Africa, They Must Plan for Water Security
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The number of people living in African cities could double in the next 30 years, to an estimated 1.5 billion. Where will they get clean drinking water? WRI’s Rogier van den Berg, Betsy Otto and Aklilu Fikresilassie identify three pathways to building urban water resilience in Africa. Top of the list: “Cities should be planned to meet water needs, using approaches that extend beyond the city limits and consider systems change throughout entire city-regions.” Read more.
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7 Policy Proposals to Restore U.S. Trees: How Do They Compare?
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Restoring trees to landscapes is one of the few ideas that both parties in the U.S. Congress like. WRI’s Jillian Neuberger, Alex Rudee and Haley Leslie-Bole examine seven options currently before the Congress. Some utilize economic tools, such as expanded carbon markets, while others emphasize planting seedlings. Which of the proposals are likely to be more effective? Read more
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PODCAST: Women and Land Rights
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What’s one key indicator of community prosperity? When women own land. WRI’s Big Ideas Into Action podcast explores the links between land ownership, the economy and the environment. WRI research associate Celine Salcedo-La Viña joins Cecile Ndjebet of the African Women’s Network for Community Management of Forests and researcher Septrina Frisca Tobing in conversation with host Nicholas Walton. Listen here
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Advances in Forest Monitoring Alert Systems
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May 12, 2021
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Key Topics for Climate Negotiators Ahead of UNFCCC Talks
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Unlocking $100 Billion For Restoring Africa’s Landscapes
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Establishing a Baseline Water Risk Assessment Model in Ethiopia
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Net Zero Targets: Which Countries Have Them and How They Stack Up
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Farmers' Role in Fighting Food Losses in Africa
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Clean Energy Ministerial 12 Side Event: Mobilizing Global Finance to Expand Clean Energy Markets
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Food Systems at Risk: Why Transformative Adaptation is Needed for Long-Term Food Security
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