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Poor nations could be future ‘guardians’ of agrobiodiversityWith global hunger rising and at least a third of the world’s population suffering from poor nutrition, poorer countries are rising to the call to ensure food security. -
Running dry: Competing for water on a thirsty planetFrom India to Singapore, from Los Angeles to South Africa, cities and rural communities are increasingly becoming thirsty for water. How can the world sustainably use this vital resource, and avoid conflicts arising from its scarcity?
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Why is Singapore so slow to ban ivory?Although a public consultation six months ago revealed that 99 per cent of Singaporeans support a ban on the sale and display of elephant ivory, the city-state has yet to outlaw trade in the endangered species, saying the details are still being worked out. -
Sand mining 'mafias' destroying environment, livelihoods: UNSand extraction has increased pollution and flooding, lowered groundwater levels, hurt marine life, and exacerbated the occurrence and severity of landslides and drought.
Opinion
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6 recent signs of hope for the ocean– World Resources Institute's Kristian Teleki discusses how governments and industries are coming up with new approaches for businesses to thrive while protecting the world's oceans. -
How do we protect girls in the aftermath of natural disasters?– The devastation caused by Cyclone Idai has left already vulnerable girls at even greater risk. In responding to the crisis, the needs of girls must be a priority. -
How technology is helping farmers predict and prepare for El Niño– Smallholders can learn to use inputs and environmental resources more efficiently to become climate-smart farmers.
Videos
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Jane Goodall returns to Tanzania for tree-planting mission– Dr Jane Goodall, known for her pioneering study of chimpanzees nearly 60 years ago in Tanzania, continues her work to conserve nature in Africa by joining an expedition to protect the continent’s highest peak.
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An electrifying solution to improve livelihoods– In line with the Sustainable Development Goals' aim to eradicate poverty, a Japanese multinational electronics firm is providing power supply stations, solar storage and products to countries with little or no access to electricity.
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The solar cow that powered an African village– Yolk Station, a South Korean solar energy company, has installed a renewable energy solution in a remote Kenyan town that can also tackle the problem of child labour.
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How clean water transforms lives– Particularly for women, access to clean water creates education and economic opportunities.
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