http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on environmental policy and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/ A review of experimental GM insect releases points to 'scientific deficiencies' and lack of openness in regulatory approvals.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/gm-mosquito-risk-assessments-deficient-says-review.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyTue, 14 Feb 2012 10:32:49 GMTA new intergovernmental panel would not be the best way of tackling the multifaceted challenges of sustainable development.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/editorials/how-not-to-move-forward-on-achieving-sustainability-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyFri, 10 Feb 2012 16:32:12 GMTImproving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/opinions/support-community-mapping-for-climate-adaptation-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:59:43 GMTYojana Sharma describes various proposals for a new panel to monitor progress towards sustainable development after Rio+20.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/features/how-rio-20-may-boost-the-science-in-sustainability.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:34:36 GMTSlash-and-burn agriculture is more sustainable than modern clearing methods and improves biodiversity, a study suggests.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/slash-and-burn-improves-tropical-forest-biodiversity--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyTue, 07 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMTA report by the UN secretary-general's panel on global sustainability adds weight to calls for more science in policymaking.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/un-needs-greater-integration-between-science-and-policy-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyFri, 03 Feb 2012 16:25:35 GMTEngineers want the Rio+20 summit proposals to give more emphasis to the role engineering plays in driving sustainable development.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/engineers-seek-more-recognition-in-rio-20-goals.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyThu, 02 Feb 2012 15:52:42 GMTA bioprospecting project in Panama is the first to be funded by the Nagoya Protocol Implementation Fund.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/panama-is-first-to-benefit-from-fund-to-tackle-biopiracy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyWed, 01 Feb 2012 17:48:08 GMTContrary to popular belief, locusts are hampered by nitrogen-rich food — a finding which could be exploited to control swarms.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/nitrogen-fertiliser-could-prevent-locust-swarms-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyFri, 27 Jan 2012 16:59:24 GMTSouth-East Asia has suffered from neglecting planning for disasters. Governments must heed the warnings and act now, argues Crispin Maslog.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/opinions/asia-pacific-analysis-be-proactive-on-disaster-planning-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyThu, 26 Jan 2012 18:10:54 GMTPacific islanders are at much higher risk of ciguatera fish toxins than previously thought, and the number of sufferers is increasing.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/global-warming-may-raise-risk-of-pacific-fish-poisoning-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyThu, 26 Jan 2012 17:56:36 GMTScientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/policy-briefs/advancing-agricultural-adaptation-and-mitigation-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyTue, 24 Jan 2012 17:48:50 GMTNepal plans to expand its household biogas programme, a model for developing countries, into commercial use.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/nepal-leads-biogas-collaboration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyTue, 24 Jan 2012 09:07:37 GMTTraps that let juvenile and small fish escape have increased the sustainability of fisheries — without affecting fishers' livelihoods.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/gaps-in-traps-make-for-sustainable-fisheries.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyMon, 23 Jan 2012 16:59:35 GMTBiodiversity influences how well a dryland ecosystem functions, and therefore how it will respond to climate change, say scientists.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/preserving-biodiversity-protects-drylands-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyMon, 16 Jan 2012 16:51:44 GMTCutting methane and soot emissions could quickly tackle climate change while boosting crops and health, says a study.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/emissions-cuts-also-offer-quick-health-and-crop-benefits.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:30:08 GMTCampaigners welcome plenty of science in the first draft of the planet's environmental negotiations, but say there are omissions.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/scientists-scrutinise-first-draft-of-rio-20-agreement.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyThu, 12 Jan 2012 18:21:20 GMTThe proposed UN World Environment Organisation is badly needed to give poor countries a strong voice in green policy, says Zakri Abdul Hamid.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/opinions/a-world-organisation-for-an-equitable-green-economy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyThu, 05 Jan 2012 17:19:51 GMTThe complexity of Colombian laws on biodiversity and genetic resources has led over 90 per cent of scientists to work illegally.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/news/red-tape-driving-scientists-to-operate-illegally-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyMon, 02 Jan 2012 12:30:00 GMTYet more failure to make much progress on climate change in Durban means that developing countries must exert stronger political pressure.http://www.scidev.net/en/agriculture-and-environment/environmental-policy/editorials/developing-world-must-lead-on-green-economic-policy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_agricultureandenvironment_environmentalpolicyFri, 30 Dec 2011 10:00:32 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/