If it was not enough knowing that burning fossil fuels contribute to climate change, now we have another reason to worry. It is confirmed: according to the World Health Organization, air pollution is one of the causes of cancer, alongside other known dangers such as asbestos, tobacco and ultraviolet radiation. Air pollution is now considered the most important environmental … [Read more...] about What if your city is responsible for your health problems?
What can we learn from Brazilian trash?
*By Patricia Fortunato In Rio de Janeiro, an initiative creates a mountain of trash collected from the Copacabana beach. The city government is fining anyone who litters in order to awaken its citizens. Photo: Daniel Oliveira From the front gate in, Brazilians are known to be a super clean people. In the simplest of homes you find proudly displayed pots and pans - so … [Read more...] about What can we learn from Brazilian trash?
Financing for innovative climate change programs with the private sector
Under the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) over US$ 29 million in concessional funding have been set aside to contribute to the financing of innovative programs and projects that will engage the private sector in activities associated with reducing countries’ exposure to climate risk and uncertainty. Proposals for utilizing this second round of funds will be reviewed … [Read more...] about Financing for innovative climate change programs with the private sector
Pirates of the Caribbean: the treasure is in the coral reefs!
Everybody would agree that coral reefs are beautiful, that they attract tourists that want to snorkel and dive to sneak a peek at an unknown world of colors and fishes. But reality is that many people don’t know the real value of these beautiful ecosystems that in fact, provide a priceless number of services to us humans. The Caribbean region is home to the world’s second … [Read more...] about Pirates of the Caribbean: the treasure is in the coral reefs!