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The Rise, Fall, and Possible Rise Again of the Middle East’s Most Ambitious Environment Scheme
Nov 1, 2024
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Peter Schwartzstein
For an initiative that has the potential to rework the Middle East, Project Prosperity would leave a remarkably small imprint on the ground. In its…
Liberia: FDA and the Abandoned Logs Lies
Nov 1, 2024
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Emmanuel Sherman, The DayLight
In the rainy season of 2020, the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) investigated the scale of abandoned logs in Grand Bassa, River Cess, and Nimba Counties.…
Ukraine: Ukraine Prepares for COP29: What Ideas It Will Convey and What It Will Negotiate with Allies
Nov 1, 2024
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Odessa Journal
Participation in UN climate conferences is an important tool for garnering international support for Ukraine's recovery and transition to a green economy. This was stated…
India/Pakistan: ‘Climate Diplomacy’: Can Smog Bring India and Pakistan Together?
Nov 1, 2024
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Abid Hussain, Al Jazeera
Relations between nuclear-armed neighbours Pakistan and India have largely remained tense and stagnant for years. Now, an unlikely catalyst is promising to facilitate dialogue between…
Afghanistan: Water Supply Network Inaugurated in East Afghanistan
Nov 1, 2024
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Xinhua
The construction of a water supply project has been completed and put into operation in the Kharwar district of eastern Afghanistan's Logar province, a statement…
Advancing an Internet Research Agenda for CGIAR FOCUS Climate Security
Oct 31, 2024
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Ibukun Taiwo
As digital platforms increasingly influence social interactions, social scientists have had to evolve their methodologies to capture this transformation. At CGIAR FOCUS Climate Security, the…
Afghanistan/Kazakhstan/Uzbekistan: An Ecological Disaster in the Past and One in the Making [Audio]
Oct 31, 2024
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Valerie Kipnis and Greg Dixon, NPR State of the World
We go to the borders between Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Afghanistan to see the dried up shores of what was once one of the largest lakes…
Colombia: In Colombia, Guerrilla Groups Decide the Fate of the Amazon
Oct 31, 2024
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Maxwell Radwin, Mongabay
Colombia President Gustavo Petro took office in 2022 with ambitious plans to combat climate change and lead a clean energy transition — a major challenge…
Ukraine/Russia: Finland Finances Environmental Security in Ukraine from Development Cooperation Appropriations
Oct 31, 2024
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Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs
The destruction caused by Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has further increased the importance of environmental security. Environmental cooperation is one of the priorities…
Climate Change: New UN Report Warns of Conflict-Induced Famine and Catastrophic Hunger in 5 Major Hotspots alongside the Looming La Niña Climate Threat in Others
Oct 31, 2024
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World Food Programme
Acute food insecurity is set to increase in both magnitude and severity across 22 countries and territories, according to a new United Nations report. The report…
Climate Change: How Two Georgia Military Bases Adapted to Become Climate and Clean Energy Leaders
Oct 31, 2024
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Kala Hunter, Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
The consequences of a changing climate have already touched every inch of the planet in some form or another: extreme heat events, stronger hurricanes and…
Call for Abstracts on "Energy Poverty in Times of Armed Conflict" (Deadline Extended)
Oct 31, 2024
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Arava Institute
Researchers and professionals are invited to submit a abstracts for short lectures to be presented in a webinar on 'Energy poverty in times of armed…
Faces of Change: The Women Leading the Battle to Clean Sri Lanka’s Oceans
Oct 30, 2024
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Urban Links
Barely concealed beneath Sri Lanka’s breathtaking beaches and vibrant marine life lies a looming crisis that threatens to destroy this pristine paradise. For many coastal…
South Sudan / Gender Climate Peace Workshop
Oct 30, 2024
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UN Media
In South Sudan, the climate crisis worsens an already critical humanitarian and security situation. Extreme weather, locust infestations, and droughts jeopardize food security, livelihoods, and…
Colombia: Colombian Peace and Biodiversity: How Are They related?
Oct 30, 2024
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World Council of Churches
At the UN biodiversity COP16 in Cali, Colombia, Dr Humberto Shikiya, World Council of Churches (WCC) special envoy to the peace process in Colombia, and…
Girl Champions Lead the Charge in Climate Action
Oct 29, 2024
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ADB, Plan International
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Plan International, a global humanitarian and development organization, marked the International Day of the Girl Child by highlighting the…
Climate Change: Consultations on the Common African Position vis-à-vis Climate Change, Peace and Security
Oct 29, 2024
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Amani Africa
Tomorrow (30 October), the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) will convene its 1240th session to hold consultations on the Common African Position…
Afghanistan: Taliban's New Canal Threatens Central Asian Countries Relying on Amu Darya for Water [Audio]
Oct 29, 2024
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Valerie Kipnis, NPR Morning Edition
The water starved region of Central Asia is facing another threat to its beleaguered water supply — the construction of a massive canal by the…
Israel/Palestine: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Coordinator
Oct 29, 2024
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Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger (AAH) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-political, non-denominational and non-profit making organization working in the Palestinian Territory since 2002. Action Against Hunger is…
Ukraine: WASH & Shelter/NFI Manager
Oct 29, 2024
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Polish Humanitarian Action
Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) is an international non-governmental organization which since 1992 has been providing humanitarian and development help worldwide. So far, the interventions have…
CAR: Wash Manager
Oct 29, 2024
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Oxfam Intermón
Oxfam est un mouvement citoyen mondial qui vise à mettre fin à l'injustice de la pauvreté. Cela signifie que nous luttons contre les inégalités qui…
Libya: Call for Expression of Interest for Strengthening the Southern Neighbourhood Green Business Ecosystem in Libya
Oct 29, 2024
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Spark
SPARK is a Netherlands-based INGO with projects that open pathways for young people, particularly women and refugees, to study, work and grow their own businesses…
Jordan: MMPTF Climate Change Project Consultant
Oct 29, 2024
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International Organization for Migration
Jordan, like many countries in the region, faces significant vulnerabilities to climate change, compounded by its arid climate, reliance on limited natural resources, and competing…
Somalia: Development of Programs on Livestock Production, Husbandry and Climate Smart Crop Production
Oct 29, 2024
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World Vision
World Vision Somalia is a humanitarian organization operating in the country since 1993. Its mission is to support vulnerable children and communities to enhance their…
Myanmar: Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Manager
Oct 29, 2024
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International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs).…
Lebanon: Deputy Country Director Support (H/F)
Oct 29, 2024
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Solidarités International
Solidarités International is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and…
Myanmar: Project Manager (m/f/d) DRR and Anticipation
Oct 29, 2024
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German Red Cross
The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by social or health related…
Somalia: National Project Officer (Energy Engineer)
Oct 29, 2024
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Committed To Good
CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions.…
Tell it to SunStar: Women and peace in security
Oct 28, 2024
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Enrique Manalo
The Philippines is pleased to host an International Conference on Women, Peace and Security this week, gathering representatives from over 80 countries and our national…
Peace with Nature
Oct 28, 2024
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René Wadlow
The conference of the governments that have signed the U.N. Convention on Biological Diversityare meeting from 21 Oct to 1 Nov 2024 in Cali, Colombia with…