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May 8, 2023 · Most sandstorms are natural events, but they are being exacerbated by climate change, drought, land degradation and unsustainable management of land and water resources. Restoration and more integrated nature-positive solutions are required from the public and private sectors to mitigate this so far under-addressed natural disaster.
Jul 8, 2022 · The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) loses about $13 billion a year to the effects of sandstorms, from the costs of cleanup and recovery to treating health problems and a decline in productivity, the report says. Kaveh Madani, a research scientist focused on environmental justice, security and diplomacy at City College of New York, said the ...
Jörgen Sandström is the Head of the Transforming Industrial Ecosystem Program, at the World Economic Forum. Jörgen lead several teams who work in the forefront of industry transformation, energy transition, sustainability and decarbonisation. These CEO-led initiatives / projects intend to deliver net-zero materials ecosystems; unlock the technologies, finance and policies that will enable ...
May 23, 2022 · The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has just published its ‘ State of the Global Climate 2021 ’ report noting that the probability of temporarily exceeding 1.5ºC above the pre-industrial era is now 50% over the next five years. Average global temperatures in 2021 were already about 1.11 ºC above the pre-industrial levels, so we ...
Feb 21, 2020 · Efforts have been made to save some of the lake. Kazakhstan built the Kok-Aral dike and dam, which saw fishing return to the North Aral as water levels increased in that part of the lake. But as the satellite images show, most of the lake is still dry. They are a stark reminder that humans are damaging the planet faster than it can recover.
Feb 14, 2019 · A 360-degree panorama from Mars made from 800 images that the Opportunity Rover took during its journey. One of the most successful and enduring feats of interplanetary exploration, NASA's Opportunity rover mission is at an end after almost 15 years exploring the surface of Mars and helping lay the groundwork for NASA's return to the Red Planet.
Apr 13, 2022 · Iraq is predicted to see a 20% drop in water availability by 2050. Image: UNSPLASH/Steve Harvey. Farmers in Iraq are experiencing increasing levels of crop failure as climate change results in more extreme temperatures and droughts. This is leading to increased migration to cities, but there may not be enough work there for all the new arrivals.
Feb 12, 2015 · With the right policies, Egypt’s government can meet the hopes and aspirations of the Egyptian people. Steadfast implementation of reforms can help restore economic stability, and spur jobs and growth. For its part, the IMF remains committed to helping Egypt achieve better living standards. This article is published in collaboration with IMF ...
Jan 6, 2016 · The initial sandstorm was more plot device than physical reality, as while global sandstorms occur, the air pressure is so low on Mars (and we now know why thanks to discovery 2 above) that a few air molecules at hurricane speed would only feel like a light breeze in the denser air of Earth. 7. Super blood moon (lunar perigee eclipse)
Jun 24, 2024 · According to research by the World Economic Forum, prioritizing seven key levers by 2030 could achieve a 70% reduction in carbon emissions across the entire renewable energy value chain and create a global market opportunity worth of $2 trillion. Emission reduction potential and global market opportunities of seven key levers.
