Flooding is common in Nepal and extreme rainfall events are a natural part of the landscape. However, climate change is making such events more…
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March 10, 2021
Kenya has taken bold steps to secure the country against climate change and its effects.
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February 9, 2021
The Government of Zambia has joined a UN coalition led by UNDP, FAO and WFP to help women turn goat rearing into livelihoods.
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February 6, 2021
Building greater community resilience to climate risks, and other shocks that drive food insecurity.
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February 5, 2021
In order to tell world leaders what type of change people want, we must first reach out and listen. That’s how Peoples' Climate Vote was born.
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January 27, 2021
64% of people believe climate change is a global emergency, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey by UNDP.
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January 26, 2021
Somalia, one of the world's most fragile states, is working for a more resilient, low-carbon future.
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January 22, 2021
Home to more than 4 billion people, see how UNDP’s climate adaptation work supports sustainable development across Asia and the Pacific.
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January 22, 2021
Despite facing conflict and political instability, Somalia shows strong climate action leadership through multi-sectoral, cohesive approach.
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January 17, 2021
Through our experience working with countries, here are 7 key lessons on adaptation, and how we are applying them as part of our Climate Promise.
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December 21, 2020
As momentum across the region grows, here’s how Moldova and Armenia are working towards a greener, more sustainable future.
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November 26, 2020
Recognizing climate risks has led Guatemala to emphasize climate adaptation, including marine coastal zones.
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October 15, 2020
For women who already face inequalities within their society, climate change has the potential to reinforce and exacerbate disparities.
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September 7, 2020
The clock on the UN’s Decade of Action has started ticking fast and 2020 marks a critical five-year milestone for Ghana under the Paris Agreement.