Tag:climate resilience

The health of cities and their residents is deeply intertwined with the planning, design, and construction of the built environment. The interaction of the built and the unbuilt, of the grey with the green and blue infrastructure, is a key determinant of the quality of life in a city.

The visit is seen as part of ongoing efforts to align Pakistan’s financial policies with international climate commitments, ensuring sustainable economic reforms in the face of mounting environmental challenges.

According to the IMF, the Maldivian government faces the critical challenge of balancing fiscal discipline with economic growth. The IMF feels that while reforms may be difficult, they are essential to ensure macroeconomic stability and sustainable development in the years ahead.

With the successful completion of more than 68,000 Sarovars ahead of schedule, the government has now launched the second phase of Mission Amrit Sarovar. This phase will emphasise ensuring sustainable water availability and climate resilience, with community participation (Jan Bhagidari) being the core focus.

The agreements mark a crucial milestone in Nepal’s journey toward sustainable development, signalling a commitment to innovation and resilience in the agricultural and climate sectors.

The recent events in Pakistan illustrate the shortcomings of an adaptation strategy in the face of widespread devastation. Any notion of “adapting” to these...

The ambition is to restore 100 million hectares of currently degraded land and sequester 250 million tons of carbon by 2030. By Baher Kamal  / ...