http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on adaptation and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/ As South Asia gets a knowledge platform to promote climate-resilient agriculture, experts warn it must reach the region's poor farmers.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/south-asia-gets-climate-smart-learning-platform.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationTue, 08 May 2012 17:28:17 GMTSciDev.Net reporters across the developing world describe exciting initiatives aimed at supporting innovation in local communities and remote areas.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/features/how-innovation-is-flourishing-at-the-grassroots-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTA mountain country climate change meeting has heard calls for more interaction between climate and social science researchers.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/climate-science-needs-greater-social-science-input-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationThu, 26 Apr 2012 13:01:36 GMTThe International Food Policy Research Institute says policymakers must face up to serious weaknesses in the global food system.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/global-development-agenda-must-prioritise-agriculture-food-policy-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationTue, 24 Apr 2012 17:27:40 GMTCarbon reduction initiatives should be assessed on a country by country basis, according to a comparative study on alternative energy costs.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/wind-power-can-be-cheaper-than-photovoltaics-study-says.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationMon, 23 Apr 2012 17:45:22 GMTWorld leaders must promote effective land use methods to mitigate drought, says Luc Gnacadja of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/opinions/rio-20-should-make-sustainable-land-use-a-top-priority-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 18 Apr 2012 16:15:16 GMTScientists have issued the first 'State of the Planet' declaration calling for change within and outside the science community to avoid environmental collapse.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/planet-is-in-critical-state-warns-science-declaration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationFri, 30 Mar 2012 17:08:29 GMTPlanet Under Pressure speakers said developing countries should be included in decisions about climate change technology 'fixes'.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/developing-countries-need-a-say-in-geoengineering-debates--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationThu, 29 Mar 2012 16:35:56 GMTAn international commission of senior scientists has launched a charter for action on food security for different sectors of society.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/leading-scientists-launch-action-plan-on-food-security-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationThu, 29 Mar 2012 13:24:47 GMTThe latest version of the 'zero draft' for the Rio+20 Summit has included an acknowledgement that the Earth's resources are limited.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/rio-20-zero-draft-accepts-planetary-boundaries-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 28 Mar 2012 16:26:40 GMTExtreme temperature and rainfall events are projected to rise in frequency, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/ipcc-predicts-rise-in-extreme-climate-events.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 28 Mar 2012 14:51:24 GMTRapidly growing cities in Asia could benefit from a toolkit of indicators that assesses their readiness to face climate change impacts.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/ten-asian-cities-leading-the-way-in-climate-proofing-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationTue, 27 Mar 2012 12:58:03 GMTDurable food security and agricultural growth depend on development strategies with resilience built in from the start, says Gordon Conway.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/opinions/how-to-create-resilient-agriculture-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 21 Mar 2012 12:17:54 GMTAustralian scientists have carried out field trials of salt-tolerant durum wheat, boosting yields by 25 per cent.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/salt-tolerant-wheat-a-breakthrough-for-better-yields-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationFri, 16 Mar 2012 10:42:01 GMTA breakthrough in plant-root imaging may help breeders develop crops that are more resilient to harsh conditions, say Mexican researchers.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/root-imaging-technology-could-improve-crop-resilience.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationTue, 13 Mar 2012 12:49:27 GMTThe creation of a CDM Hub in Uganda will give companies training and advice in registering and selling carbon credits.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/uganda-to-become-clean-development-mechanism-hub.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationFri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMTHealth researchers have urged the US Congress to reject proposed cuts to global research funding.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/us-congress-urged-not-to-cut-global-health-funding.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationWed, 29 Feb 2012 14:45:42 GMTResearchers in Burkina Faso say they have developed a low-cost, durable construction material based on the kenaf plant.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/kenaf-based-building-material-shows-promise.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationTue, 28 Feb 2012 10:44:13 GMTA research plan aims to boost R&D capacity in Africa while moving countries towards self-sufficiency in rice production.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/adaptation/news/plan-to-boost-african-rice-r-d-unveiled.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_adaptationMon, 27 Feb 2012 17:24:18 GMTAfrica has the funds 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