Top Stories,Raising the roof: Building resilience through conserving historic homes in the Philippines

Raising the Roof: Building Resilience through Conserving Historic Homes in the Philippines November 16, 2024 Manila, Philippines – Amidst the rapidly expanding cityscape of Manila, efforts are underway to preserve and revitalize the city’s historic homes. This initiative aims not only to maintain the architectural heritage but also to strengthen community resilience against natural disasters. … Read more

SDGs,Colombian conflict survivors turn forest heroes in search of climate change solutions

Colombian conflict survivors turn forest heroes in search of climate change solutions November 16, 2024 Former combatants in Colombia’s decades-long civil war are joining forces to protect the country’s forests and fight climate change. The initiative, known as the “Forest Guardians Program,” is a partnership between the Colombian government, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), … Read more

SDGs,COP29: Digital tech and AI can boost climate action, but curbing the sector’s emissions is key

COP29: Digital tech and AI can boost climate action, but curbing the sector’s emissions is key November 16, 2024 At the COP29 climate summit in Dubai, experts are highlighting the potential of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate climate action. However, they also emphasize the importance of addressing the sector’s own emissions. Digital … Read more

Health,Jeddah conference closes with adoption of global pledges to tackle antimicrobial resistance

Jeddah Conference Concludes with Global Pledges to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – The 4th Global Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) concluded in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 16, 2024, with the adoption of a comprehensive set of pledges to address the escalating threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) worldwide. Conference Highlights The conference, organized … Read more

Culture and Education,Raising the roof: Building resilience through conserving historic homes in the Philippines

Raising the Roof: Building Resilience through Conserving Historic Homes in the Philippines November 16, 2024 In the heart of the Philippines’ vibrant capital, Manila, lies the historic district of Intramuros. Once a walled city established by Spanish colonizers in the 16th century, it is now a living testament to the country’s rich cultural heritage. However, … Read more

Climate Change,Colombian conflict survivors turn forest heroes in search of climate change solutions

Colombian Conflict Survivors Turn Forest Heroes in Search of Climate Change Solutions November 16, 2024 In the aftermath of decades of armed conflict, Colombia is now at the forefront of a new battle: the fight against climate change. And among those leading the charge are former combatants who have found redemption and purpose in protecting … Read more

Climate Change,Will COP29 deliver the trillions needed to tackle the man-made climate crisis?

Will COP29 deliver the trillions needed to tackle the man-made climate crisis? The 29th UN Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, will take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2024. The conference will bring together governments, businesses, and civil society organizations to discuss and negotiate ways to address the … Read more

Climate Change,COP29: Digital tech and AI can boost climate action, but curbing the sector’s emissions is key

COP29: Digital tech and AI can boost climate action, but curbing the sector’s emissions is key Date: November 16, 2024 Source: UN Climate Change News Introduction Digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to play a significant role in combating climate change by improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and enhancing climate resilience. However, … Read more