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Human and Social Development: The COP30 Agenda (5)
Introduction On a global scale, human and social development is an intrinsic aspect of furthering sustainability and climate change resilience. With conversations on environmental protection and the importance of placing natural safeguards, it would be a great disservice to leave out discussions on the individuals who play dual roles in the causes and effects of…
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Urban and Water Resilience: The COP30 Agenda (4)
Introduction When discussing the realities of the adverse effects of climate change, it’s crucial to keep in mind that cities are at the very forefront of the receiving end. Urban areas are also affected by direct water, one of the primary mediums through which residents experience climate change e.g. droughts, floods, or water scarcity. Faced…
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Sustainable Forest Management, Ocean Conservation, and Biodiversity: The COP30 Agenda (2)
Introduction Brazil’s national territory consists of approximately 58.5% to 59.3% of forest area with an estimated 98% being naturally occurring. This puts the country in a very unique position for the COP30 deliberations as sustainable forest management s is a key aspect of international concern as deforestation continues to be on the rise. Beyond the…
