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🌍 Episode #103: climate change and water resources with Professor Wim Thiery In this episode, Rhea and I talked with Professor Wim Thiery about how climate change is reshaping water resources. We explored how climate extremes like droughts and floods impact water resources, revealing that these changes are increasingly driven by climate change. For instance, in East Africa’s Lake Victoria, more frequent and intense storms are causing dangerous floods, impacting thousands of people. We also discussed how changes in land cover affect water availability and local climates. Professor Thiery explained that while local factors like land management play a role, they interact with the broader effects of climate change. This interaction complicates water management strategies, making it clear that while smart local practices are crucial, they aren’t enough on their own. To protect our water systems, we need global action to cut greenhouse gas emissions, paired with adaptive local strategies. This conversation highlights the urgent need for integrated solutions to tackle the complex challenges climate change poses to water resources. #waterresources #climatechange #smarwatersolutions

Get the data behind the global threats amplified by climate change, from food & water risk to rapid population growth and natural disasters. Download the latest Ecological Threat Report. https://lnkd.in/gVnxQPN4 🗺️ https://lnkd.in/gjR3wbn8

Must read report for #scholars and #practioners interested in promoting #humansecurity and #resilience. IEP offers a comprehensive analysis of how such as #foodinsecurity, #wateraccess, #disasters, and #demographic pressure compounded with effects of #climatechange increase the #risk of #conflict

Have you taken a peek at our Climate Adaptation Toolkit? 🌍 We’ve been experiencing unprecedented amounts of water on our reserves this winter, and we would like to thank all our visitors for their patience, particularly during reserve closures. Climate change is unfortunately increasing the likelihood of extreme weather events in the UK, and that includes flooding and droughts. The good news is there are many simple and positive ways to prepare for our changing weather, including: 📝 Developing a climate adaptation plan for your local community 🏠 Installing property flood resilience measures ☔ Adding rain gardens and water butts to your outside spaces We have a climate adaptation toolkit full of advice for communities, which is available to download from our website. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eR3-PJ9b #Somerset #Climate #Environment

Around a third of all the losses to homes from 2023’s major weather events were uninsured. As climate-related disasters become more frequent, the risk is that the government becomes the “insurer of last resort”. NZIER’s Insight looks at how we can make it easier to compare the true costs vs the risk to incentivise investment in climate resilience. https://bit.ly/3SlwPHQ

🌡️ From soaring electric bills to health concerns due to extreme heat and severe storms, Floridians face significant challenges. It's vital to have a clear understanding of these risks. Explore Florida's Climate Future for insights and guidance on navigating these climate challenges and making informed choices for our future. Learn more and take action at https://lnkd.in/ecyRMviv. 🌎🌿 #FloridasClimateFuture #RiseForClimate #EnvironmentalDefenseFund

Yesterday, we had an engaging conversation with Hans-Martin Fuessel from the European Environment Agency (EEA) about the health effects of climate change. Floods, heatwaves, water scarcity, and mosquito- and bacteria-borne diseases are just a few of the threats we face. The takeaway? We need to act quickly. For more details, read the recently published Climate Risk Assessment for Europe by the EEA: 👇 https://lnkd.in/d-nzkgrv #EuropeanUnion #climatechange #healthrisks

Communities across the United States are experiencing the impacts of climate change, from droughts affecting crop yields and floods damaging infrastructure to wildfires destroying entire communities. To mitigate these growing risks and their impact on its operations, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has released an updated climate adaptation plan. Read more about USDA's latest Climate Adaptation Plan: https://lnkd.in/eDVBMyzr #climatechange #climateadaptation #climateaction

The challenges posed by climate change, such as frequent flood rains, require innovative solutions. Our community need creative minds to work together in addressing these issues head-on. Ideas that enhance resilience and sustainability for the community. Make an impactful idea, which could shape the future of our communities and the global. #ClimateInnovation #SustainableSolutions

In view of ever-increasing weather extremes such as a multi-year drought in East Africa, flooding in China and Europe, and extreme heat and wildfires in the United States of America and Canada, among others, narrowing the adaptation finance gap is of particular importance because of the high benefits that investments in #adaptation can offer in terms of reducing climate risks and improving equity and climate justice. #AdaptationInFocus #OurPlanetOurClimateOurFight Agape Earth Coalition