Scientists have recently unveiled a first-ever weather forecasting model using artificial intelligence (AI) aimed at creating resilience in Africa. Credit: Kureng Dapel/World Meteorological Organization By Aimable TwahirwaKIGALI, Jul 20 2023 (IPS) Scientists have recently unveiled a first-ever weather forecasting model using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning solutions to help […]
Read MoreCountry: Burkina Faso Source: International Rescue Committee Approximately 2.2 million people are experiencing hunger, with the number expected to rise to 3.3 million by September. 26 cities are under blockade since March 2022, with little or no access to supplies.
Read MoreGuatemala Accepts Two Recommendations Regarding Indigenous Community Radio at Human Rights Council Adoption of Universal Periodic Review Outcome Country Guatemala agnes Thu, 07/20/2023 – 11:02 Issues Human Rights Program 5 Main Image En español By Natalia Jones (CS Staff) On July 7, 2023, the final outcome of Guatemala’s human […]
Read MoreWith the world’s population larger than ever, and still growing rapidly, more nutritious foods need to be produced worldwide, while also minimising the impact on the environment. The food produced for us moves along a complex value chain to reach the mouths of consumers, while providing livelihoods for many millions […]
Read MoreCountries: Jordan, Syrian Arab Republic Source: World Food Programme Starting in August, Syrian refugees in the camps will receive a reduced cash allowance of US$21 (JOD 15) per person per month, down from the previous amount of US$32 (JOD 23).
Read MoreIn January of 2021, Senate Bill 2291 was introduced into the North Dakota state senate. It was considered, adopted, and signed into law three months later in March of 2021. This bill was the first of what would become scores of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG)-related bills considered and, […]
Read MorePhoto: Pixabay/kuszapro The canopies of rainforests harbor most of the world’s species, yet we know more about the bottom of the ocean than thes biodiverse habitats over our heads. Now scientists want to change that by help of Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation, a NASA space laser that has provided a […]
Read MoreOver half the people in Africa still don’t have electricity access — a major contributor to persistent poverty. Credit: Energy 4 Impact Senegal By Philippe Benoit and David SandalowWASHINGTON DC, Jul 19 2023 (IPS) Africa is caught in the crosshairs of climate change. Despite contributing just 3-5% of global carbon […]
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Read MoreOn Thursday, 29 June 2023, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a new framework (Framework) that will impact manufacturers across the country. The Framework lays out a new process for reviewing and assessing the potential environmental risks posed by new and new uses of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). […]
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