http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on [mitigation] and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/ Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/opinions/support-community-mapping-for-climate-adaptation-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:59:43 GMTSoftware applications, or apps, that help solve East African farmers' climate problems have received cash prizes in the Apps4Africa competition.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/software-apps-for-african-farmers-win-prizes.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:27:56 GMTCan a new network of African energy researchers lead the way on solar power for the continent? Christine Ottery finds out.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/features/the-solar-researchers-aiming-to-light-up-africa.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationThu, 02 Feb 2012 16:45:31 GMTScientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/policy-briefs/advancing-agricultural-adaptation-and-mitigation-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 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/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/nepal-leads-biogas-collaboration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 24 Jan 2012 09:07:37 GMTAfrican smallholders could benefit from both cash crops and carbon payments by planting trees such as mango and cashew around their homes.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/trees-near-homes-boost-incomes-sequester-carbon.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationMon, 16 Jan 2012 17:19:38 GMTJapan is to help Vietnam develop a satellite programme to help combat the effects of climate change and natural disasters.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/vietnam-to-launch-earth-monitoring-satellites.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:35:40 GMTCutting methane and soot emissions could quickly tackle climate change while boosting crops and health, says a study.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/emissions-cuts-also-offer-quick-health-and-crop-benefits.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:30:08 GMTTrees can influence the local climate, but they are being left out of global climate models and predictions, according to scientists.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/include-trees-in-climate-modelling-say-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:12:31 GMTBusiness models that pair up cheap solar technologies with cell-phone services can provide the poor with renewable energy, says Carl Pope.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/opinions/affordable-solar-power-for-the-poor-is-within-reach-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 10 Jan 2012 18:22:47 GMTAfrica must make sure its grassroots innovations can benefit from a new global green technology support mechanism, argues Linda Nordling.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/opinions/africa-analysis-seize-the-moment-on-climate-tech.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 06 Jan 2012 16:48:17 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/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/editorials/developing-world-must-lead-on-green-economic-policy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 30 Dec 2011 10:00:32 GMTThe Durban climate talks ended with a global agreement to work towards carbon targets, but critics say key issues have been sidelined.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/climate-deal-leaves-questions-on-green-fund-and-tech-transfer-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationMon, 12 Dec 2011 13:34:26 GMTA report on solar geoengineering argues that extensive research and good governance are essential for safe use of this fledgling technology.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/solar-geoengineering-r-d-needs-better-governance-says-report.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 09 Dec 2011 17:48:42 GMTChina and African countries are collaborating on technology transfer to use bamboo charcoal instead of forest trees for firewood.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/bamboo-use-could-help-stop-africa-s-deforestation-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 06 Dec 2011 18:11:36 GMTThe Uruguayan farming sector has received US$49 million from the World Bank to tackle climate change through science and technology transfer.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/uruguay-receives-funds-for-mitigating-climate-change.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 02 Dec 2011 09:51:55 GMTAn OECD report released ahead of UN climate talks in Durban calls for more financial support for research on new climate technologies.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/support-r-d-to-adapt-to-climate-change-says-oecd-report.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationFri, 25 Nov 2011 17:33:46 GMTCDM rules need reforms to include renewable energy projects that have government support.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/cdm-emerging-a-disincentive-for-government-investment-in-renewables.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationThu, 24 Nov 2011 07:52:28 GMTDurban climate talks must revisit technology transfer for climate mitigation, says India's environment minister.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/india-pushes-for-tech-transfer-at-durban-climate-talks.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 22 Nov 2011 17:42:43 GMTClimate change mitigation in vulnerable countries gets a boost with US$ 1 billion from Climate Investment Funds.http://www.scidev.net/en/climate-change-and-energy/mitigation/news/eight-countries-get-climate-investment-funds.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_climatechangeandenergy_mitigationTue, 22 Nov 2011 10:42:40 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/