Climate-resilient irrigation is a game changer. Farmers can produce more food with less water and land. With reduced water stress, increased crop yields, and lower food prices, it can help feed 1.4 billion more people.
Jan 26: High pressure over the the NE Pacific will build along about 30N by Wed, and increase the pressure gradient across the trade wind zone W of 115W through the end of the work week. Winds will increase to fresh to strong S of 20N there, with seas building to 7-10 ft. https://t.co/4RXYOngXO8
🌱💡Today is International Day of Clean Energy, a reminder that we need energy that is clean, sustainable AND resilient in the face of more extreme, frequent hazards!
Like hurricane-resilient turbines, taking their inspiration from nature!
Climate change and nutrient pollution are driving oxygen out of the #ocean and coastal waters, threatening marine life and fisheries. https://t.co/gTbwcWOIa4
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions and boosting adaptation and resilience are two complementary approaches to tackling climate change. Both are urgently needed to protect people and economies. Learn more: https://t.co/NSFfhvtJRS#LivablePlanethttps://t.co/P4yrPoEoNM
🏔️ Melting glaciers, thawing permafrost and other cryospheric changes create new hazards and exacerbate existing hazards, increasing the risk of disasters.
If we protect nature and biodiversity when we design and build infrastructure, we help wildlife thrive while boosting economies, supporting livelihoods, and enhancing communities’ climate resilience.
In Asia, infrastructure like roads is expanding like never before, affecting species such as rhinos, elephants & snow leopards & a wide range of ecosystems.
Learn how nature-friendly infrastructure supports people & wildlife: https://t.co/ZaaUgZpy8p
Jan 25: Gulf of Tehuantepec will continue experiencing gale force winds through Sunday morning with seas to 12 ft. Conditions will improve by Tuesday as winds and seas diminish through Mon night. Check for the latest here: https://t.co/CJ30B1c3HVhttps://t.co/GxyszTOor6
Jan 25: Fresh to strong winds will dominate the Caribbean this weekend, with winds pulsing to gale-force offshore N Colombia at night through at least Sun night. Seas will build 12 ft near the gales. Check the offshore waters forecast for more: https://t.co/KkrJisGpx0https://t.co/oWTJybeJ0q
Want a better world? The 17 #GlobalGoals are the world's bold & ambitious plan to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. We can do this. ➡️https://t.co/GNWHtqpKaL