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UN recognises IIED climate-change partner as Champion of the Earth
… people. His recent work, focusing on the challenge of climate change, has included being a lead author with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. "Climate change is one of the greatest threats to mankind and … its impacts will affect the poor and vulnerable most," says Rahman. "Our thrust has been to advance science, policy and sustainable …
News, 28 January 2008
A beach with cows
Supporting LDCs to develop long-term strategies
… countries (LDCs) have contributed the least to global climate change yet suffer the most from its impacts. As their growing economies … pathways by 2030 and deliver net-zero emissions by 2050 to ensure our societies and ecosystems thrive." What IIED is doing In addition to … partner would follow the process and capture lessons learned, with a focus on building the capacity of individuals and relevant institutions …
Project, 16 April 2020
Two women holding jars of quinoa
Nature 4 Development: improving evidence and dialogue on biodiversity and development
… of biodiversity is a major challenge and as significant as climate change. But until recently, biodiversity loss has been seen as an … on the agendas of many development and humanitarian organisations. Our rapid review of the evidence indicates several possible reasons for … success). The indicators that have gained prominence, which focus on endangered species, fail to resonate with the development …
Project, 06 May 2020
People wearing face masks and medical suits
IIED's best of 2020: blogs
… 1 The world's fastest growing cities March: Our most read blog of the year saw IIED fellow  David Satterthwaite … blog highlighted the power of grassroots organisations in creating change, with Theresa Carampatana  and  Rolando A Tuazon  reporting how … April:  In the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis that has changed our world,   Saleemul Huq  and  Sheela Patel  focused on lessons from …
Article, 22 December 2020
Algeria unveils its renewable energy strategy; Africa has a "huge appetite for renewable sources of energy that will power its industries" (Photo: Magharebia, Creative Commons, via Flickr)
But, what is the Africa position?
Insight, 28 November 2015
People planting seedlings in water
Towards better assessment of adaptation results
… and effectively evaluate progress towards adapting to climate change. We have undertaken a series of ‘light touch’ case studies … with global frameworks and informing adaptation MEL. Drawing from our analysis, we identify two broad routes for linking up: i) global … with country priorities: the different funds’ RMFs help countries focus their project proposals on results areas based on the funds’ …
Insight, 31 October 2019
Entrance to a garden
Taking stock: community responses to COVID-19 in cities
… David Satterthwaite, examining different aspects of global urban change.  To date, 11 blogs have been published on this theme including … community gardens and urban agriculture. Quezon City:  ‘Greens in our meals’ was a high priority for the women of the Homeless People’s … and women safe. What savings groups really need is to be able to focus on their own priorities, not those of international funders. With …
Insight, 19 October 2021
A rock covered in barnacles
An indivisible whole: negotiating the fate of the ocean
… The health of the ocean is key to our survival. It’s not just a supplier of food or a sink for CO2 … views Even though governments were provided with a draft text to focus discussion, I do not think much progress was made. There was a … incomprehensible sections is absurd. A #BBNJ agreement that does not change the status quo is meaningless. Status quo = 1) Marine organisms …
Insight, 05 September 2019
Women buying bushmeat at a food stall.
How is COVID-19 affecting wild meat consumption in rural Cameroon?
… affecting the wild meat people in rural Cameroon are eating, and why. Our study covered four villages around the Dja Faunal Reserve where we … with women and men aged 18-60.   It’s important to underline that our study only allows us to share insights specific to the Dja and may … on five key steps from scoping feasibility to developing a theory of change. If you are interested in using the tool (no matter where you are …
Insight, 02 November 2020
Officials on a climate finance course meet farmers in Bangladesh to learn about the benefits of solar irrigation pumps (Photo: ICCCAD, Creative Commons via Flickr)
Climate finance for those who need it most
… – is critical in enabling developing countries to respond to climate change. The finance levels are increasing rapidly. And so are the needs. … funds to the poorest citizens who need it most remains a challenge.  Our ambitions We have set ourselves ambitious targets on climate … We work at local, private, national and international levels. Some of our key activities are summarised in the figure at the right. Click on …
Article, 13 May 2016