How planning and implementation of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) and agroecology principles in arid or semi-arid regions can help address the growing impacts of climate change.
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An analogy for climate adaptation, showing that scientific expertise alone is not enough. It reminds us that the knowledge on the ground is equally important in making informed decisions
In Rayagada district, crescent bunds help cashew trees retain water on hilly slopes, improving yields. A simple solution strengthening tribal livelihoods and climate resilience.
In Karauli district, revived pokhars and pagaras are conserving rainwater and restoring agriculture. These community-led efforts are reducing dependence on hazardous mining while improving livelihoods and health.
Circular economy keeps resources in use for as long as possible, extracts maximum value from them, and then recovers and regenerates products at the end of service life.
In late January, the United States withdrew once again from the Paris Agreement, while the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revoked its 2009 Endangerment Finding—moves that highlight how climate policy reversals in major economies can destabilise global efforts and pose serious risks for developing countries, particularly India.
Read how the results of community-led watershed development remain evident even after 25 years in the rain-shadow area of Maharashtra.
Drawing from work with smallholder farmers—from Kumbharwadi in Maharashtra to Madaul in Odisha—WOTR has contributed key experiences, insights, and evidence to the Stories of Resilience 2025, a publication launched by the Global Centre on Adaptation (GCA) at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil.
UNEP highlights the growing divide between climate impacts and adaptation finance.
The project focuses on improving irrigation facilities and promoting alternate livelihood opportunities, enhancing income stability and building climate resilience in the region.
How planning and implementation of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) and agroecology principles in arid or semi-arid regions can help address the growing impacts of climate change.
An analogy for climate adaptation, showing that scientific expertise alone is not enough. It reminds us that the knowledge on the ground is equally important in making informed decisions
In Rayagada district, crescent bunds help cashew trees retain water on hilly slopes, improving yields. A simple solution strengthening tribal livelihoods and climate resilience.
In Karauli district, revived pokhars and pagaras are conserving rainwater and restoring agriculture. These community-led efforts are reducing dependence on hazardous mining while improving livelihoods and health.
Circular economy keeps resources in use for as long as possible, extracts maximum value from them, and then recovers and regenerates products at the end of service life.
In late January, the United States withdrew once again from the Paris Agreement, while the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revoked its 2009 Endangerment Finding—moves that highlight how climate policy reversals in major economies can destabilise global efforts and pose serious risks for developing countries, particularly India.
Read how the results of community-led watershed development remain evident even after 25 years in the rain-shadow area of Maharashtra.
Drawing from work with smallholder farmers—from Kumbharwadi in Maharashtra to Madaul in Odisha—WOTR has contributed key experiences, insights, and evidence to the Stories of Resilience 2025, a publication launched by the Global Centre on Adaptation (GCA) at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil.
UNEP highlights the growing divide between climate impacts and adaptation finance.
The project focuses on improving irrigation facilities and promoting alternate livelihood opportunities, enhancing income stability and building climate resilience in the region.
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How planning and implementation of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) and agroecology principles in arid or semi-arid regions can help address the growing impacts of climate change.
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