| | Building resilience and developing strategies for mitigation at scale are essential for protecting livelihoods and natural resources. And to do so, innovative approaches are needed. Join our side event at COP22 in Marrakesh on 15 November and explore how public-private partnerships and technology are mobilising adaptation and mitigation at scale. The event is organised in cooperation with Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and the Government of Cameroon. |
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| | Palm oil production is infamous for causing deforestation. This is a big problem in Indonesia, with the country being the largest producer. However, by using technology such as mobile apps and drones, we can support companies in enhancing the sustainability of their activities. Read how it works. |
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| The programmeaims to improve climate change resilience and local livelihoods of 5 indigenous communities. We will do so through community pilot initiatives that introduce pest control, the use of renewable energy and sustainable agricultural practices. |
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| 15 October was Global Handwashing Day – a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap. Read more about how we contribute to this initiative every day and find out how we celebrated in Bhutan and Ethiopia. |
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| In rural Laos, children living in villages where community members use unhygienic sanitation facilities are more likely to suffer from stunting. This makes them more vulnerable to infectious diseases and can negatively affect their cognitive abilities. See how the Enhancing Nutrition of Upland Farming Families project is addressing this issue. |
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| | Get inspired by Vedaste Haragirimana's story of resilience. With support from the Opportunities for Youth Employment(OYE) programme, he managed to build a successful biogas business: “There is a lot of potential to grow this business. I have made many connections and am able to make a better life for me and my family.” |
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| At least 20,000 women in 12 counties in Kenya are set to benefit from a new entrepreneurship deal we signed with Women Enterprise Fund (WEF). We will provide training to women entrepreneurs on marketing and finance before they take up loans to start or boost their businesses. Learn more. |
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