
climate change
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Economic evidence to support effective climate policy at COP29
As COP29 approaches, development economics can provide useful tools and insights to help tackle climate change.
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Climate Adaptation
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How can countries develop their economies in a changed world?
The global environment for development has changed, so development policies should change too. This podcast looks back at predictions from 2018, and discusses what the current geopolitical situation means for future growth policy.
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Climate change causes conflict: How can policy respond?
Climate change is projected to cause an increase in numerous forms of violent human behaviour. Policies like a robust social safety net and political inclusion can help ensure a more peaceful future.
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Strengthening climate resilience in agriculture
Climate change is increasing the severity and incidence of extreme weather events. How can policymakers help build farmer resilience to these shocks?
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Financing climate adaptation: What works, what doesn’t, and can carbon credits help to bridge the gap?
The first episode of Development Dialogues, our new series with Yale's Economic Growth Center, explores how climate finance can reach those who need it most.
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The feedback loop between climate change and agriculture
Anthropogenic climate change will likely intensify the negative environmental impacts of agriculture through powerful feedback loops. This has important implications for development research, policy and R&D investment.
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Rapid urbanisation is forcing human settlements into flood zones
Amidst rapid urbanisation and climate change, evidence on urban expansion and flood exposure can help policymakers increase climate resilience in the world’s cities.
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How do floods impact economic development?
Machine learning and satellite data can help capture how households respond and adapt to floods. Providing better quality information can make climate change adaptation more efficient.