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With 70% of global carbon emissions attributable to cities, and 95% of the world’s cities most affected by climate change and considered at extreme risk situated in Africa, Asia and SIDS (Small Island Developing States), this session will explore how Commonwealth partners can work collaboratively to deliver development that achieves climate goals while creating safe and resilient communities.

Here are the family announcements carried in the Gazette this week.

By Yolanda Salazar Santiago de Machaca, Bolivia, May 22 (EFE).- The indigenous people of San Andres and Santiago de Machaca, two towns in the Bolivian altiplano, have become the “guardians of water” by rescuing ancestral wisdom to save a small river basin on which about 100 communities depend by implementing ancient technologies to prevent erosion …

At the Humanitarian Energy Conference, 16 May, NORCAP promotes cross-sectoral collaboration and a focus on lessons learned and recommendations forward to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 7 ...

Power for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary fo...

Solar panels and cleaner-burning stoves have reduced dangers faced by residents of Rwandan camps

Can floating gardens help Bangladesh’s farmers withstand climate threats? - The New Humanitarian puts quality, independent journalism at the service of the millions of people affected by humanitarian crises around the world

The Green IB Champions 2021 has selected the best 10 sustainable, innovative and inclusive business ideas & startups whose are contributing to the environment, transition to a modern, resource-efficient & inclusiveness, fair and competitive economy for the Award

Late surge in donations and four-day extension helps 2021 appeal raise £1,005,000 for four charities

After a late surge in donations, appeal remains open for a few more days as it aims to hit £1m mark