Crisis & the Green Recovery

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Resilience: The Global Adaptation Podcast

The UN's Global Adaptation Network

14 episodes

3 months ago

Ever wondered how we can beat the climate crisis? RESILIENCE brings you inspiring stories from people all over the world who are adapting to climate change in practical, creative and innovative ways. In each episode you’ll hear the world’s greatest climate experts talk about the hottest topics – how award-winning African architects are changing the future of climate-resilient buildings, the use of artificial intelligence to help farmers grow food in tough conditions, and the power of forests in protecting people from climate disasters. Join us as we adapt to climate change one conversation at a time. The views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the UN Environment Programme.

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Crisis & the Green Recovery

Resilience: The Global Adaptation Podcast

23 minutes

4 years ago

Crisis & the Green Recovery

Lis and Marcus are joined by Koko Warner, from the UN Climate Change Secretariat, to discuss the parallels between tackling the Covid pandemic and building resilience to climate change. But also, what can we expect at the upcoming COP26 climate summit in Glasgow? Kobie Brand, the Africa regional director of the global cities network ICLEI, shares her lessons on the speed and power of collective action from living through ‘Day Zero’ - the time when Cape Town nearly ran out of water.

Find out more about:
- The UN's Global Adaptation Network: unep.org/gan
- Climate adaptation resources and multimedia: bit.ly/2Y8SavL
- The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change: unfccc.int
- The ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability: africa.iclei.org

References:
- Call to Action for a Climate-resilient Recovery from Covid-19: bit.ly/3AdDAjR
- Adaptation Gap Report 2020: bit.ly/3Bhby8o
- National Adaptation Plans: bit.ly/3abjBaW