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What measures can we take to reduce the impact of flash droughts
ClimateFoodWater
August 25, 2023

What measures can we take to reduce the impact of flash droughts

Flash droughts are becoming more common due to global warming. A recent study predicts increased flash drought risk in major agricultural regions worldwide which would impact food production, energy, and water supplies. Improved forecasts are crucial for adaptation and mitigating these impacts.

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Source: World Economic Forum
Food security with vertical farming
FoodWater
July 27, 2023

Food security with vertical farming

Only 3% of the world’s water is drinkable and suitable for agriculture, but its use is growing at twice the rate of population increase. Agriculture uses 70% of freshwater and is both a cause and casualty of water scarcity. Vertical farming uses 98% less water than traditional methods and supports food security.

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Source: World Economic Forum
Transition to agroecology: vital for climate change and biodiversity
ClimateFood
July 14, 2023

Transition to agroecology: vital for climate change and biodiversity

The current food system has detrimental effects on climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequality. We must make the fundamental transition to agroecology. This approach is in harmony with nature, fostering the production of nutritious food while concurrently revitalizing our environment.

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Source: The Nature Conservancy
Food security is in a state of emergency
Food
May 5, 2023

Food security is in a state of emergency

Food security is one of the world’s most pressing challenges. The broken food system is also responsible for over a third of global carbon emissions and 80% of deforestation. We must act now by making agricultural practices more sustainable. Soil regeneration is necessary for our survival.

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Source: World Economic Forum
Climate adaptation strategies of 5 Indian communities
ClimateFoodWater
March 3, 2023

Climate adaptation strategies of 5 Indian communities

India continues to witness the devastating effects of climate change. Extreme weather events were recorded in the country for 80% of the year in 2022. The impact on its growing population is starting to show. Adaptation is essential to build long-term resilience to the impacts of climate change.

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Source: World Economic Forum
How to manage the interplay between food, land, energy and water
EnergyFoodWater
October 14, 2022

How to manage the interplay between food, land, energy and water

Scientific evidence points to food systems being responsible for around a third of global greenhouse gas emissions. The transition to net zero requires coordinated action to manage the highly complex interplay between food production, water, energy, forestry, and biodiversity.

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Source: SDG Action