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Kenyan farmers benefitting from latest climate science
Nearly 700 Kenyan farmers have taken part in a trial to integrate advanced weather forecasts from climate scientists into their traditional farming methods.
The Island President: How Maldives President Nasheed fought for his country’s survival
Last night saw the UK Premiere of ‘The Island President’, which captures the first year in office of former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed. RTCC went along to the premiere.
World Water Day: How much water do you use in a day?
World Water Day 2012 highlights the role water will play in feeding a rising global population. We have investigated how much water is used in our food.
PODCAST: How efficient cooking stoves can cut emissions in Zambia
In the third of a series of UNFCCC Clean Development Mechanism Radio Club reports, David Mwanza from Zambia’s National Broadcasting Cooperation takes a closer look coal fire cook stoves in the country.
Community growing: Five hidden gems of London
As RTCC celebrated the work happening in cities for London Week, we decided to find out a little more about the projects on offer right on my doorstep.
Experts: Climate change to increase lung disease
International research group lists forest fires, desertification and even extended plant blooms as increased threats to health.
PHOTO GALLERY: 10 cities at risk from Climate Change
RTCC takes a look at some of the cities around the world most at risk from the impacts of climate change…
Audio: Why bottled water is bad for you and the planet
Water entrepreneur Edwin Broni-Mensah speaks to RTCC about his company GiveMeTap, which aims to re-introduce consumers to tap-water.
Could people power drive Bangladeshi clean environment movement?
Bangladeshi journalist Probir Kumar Sarker writes about the need for people power to help drive the clean environment movement in the country.
Audio: Growing your own fruit and veg isn’t rocket science
Neil Baldwin from gardening company Plot 2 Plot tells RTCC the key to growing your own food is to keep it simple.
Audio: Seb Beloe on founding Berkhamsted Transition Town
Transition Town Berkhamsted co-founder offers RTCC some tips on how to set up a small community-driven group, and sets out his ambitions for the next five years.
Photo of the week #9
This week’s photo of the week highlights the threat of rising sea levels on the Pacific Island of Tuvalu.
Maldives climate action to continue despite political turmoil
Official says adaptation plans will not be disrupted as the country looks to shift populations to its most resilient islands.
Climate-linked migration affects 42 million in Asia and set to rise
Asian Development Bank says better preparation is required to protect region from environmental disasters and to better equip cities for an influx of migrants.
UN Water Report: Climate change to exacerbate water stress
New report highlights acute water shortages developing world could face as climate changes over next three decades.
Kiribati president rejects climate change evacuation stories
Tong says new land on Fiji will be used for economic development and relocation remains an absolute last resort.
Kiribati Cabinet approves plan to buy land in Fiji for climate refugees
Kiribati’s president has called the move a possibility but a last resort, as the country’s cabinet approves the purchase of land on Fiji’s Viti Levu Island to home future climate refugees.
Climate Week chief aims to inspire generation of green leaders in UK
Campaign CEO says leadership is the ‘single most important concept’ for campaign, which starts on Monday 12 March.
Comment: World can learn from Scotland’s approach to Climate Justice
Chris Hegarty, Christian Aid’s Senior Policy Advisor for Scotland writes for RTCC about the bold moves the country took last week and the need for the country to continue to be a strong leader in the future.
Population growth biggest threat to India’s development
Better population management added to improved education and accountability on environmental degradation required to boost development.