Climate and mortality rates in Kenya, Mali, and Malawi: what we found: Studies on mortality in sub-Saharan Africa haven't focused on the effects of climate change. ShutterstockAfrican countries are hit by far fewer natural disasters compared to the rest of the world. But they suffer much more. For instance, in 2016 African countries were hit by 17% of natural disasters … [Read more...] about Climate and mortality rates in Kenya, Mali, and Malawi: what we found | The Conversation
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South Africa’s carbon tax matters — for the economy and tackling climate change | The Conversation
South Africa's carbon tax matters -- for the economy and tackling climate change: South Africa's agriculture and food production industries are exempt from the carbon tax - for now. ShutterstockCarbon tax is likely to be an effective way of mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, which lead to climate change and have negative consequences for human life. But the carbon tax … [Read more...] about South Africa’s carbon tax matters — for the economy and tackling climate change | The Conversation
How did elephants evolve such a large brain? Climate change is part of the answer | The Conversation
How did elephants evolve such a large brain? Climate change is part of the answer: Elephants have long captivated our attention, partly because of their sheer size and majesty. But we’re also struck by their complex behaviour. In some ways, we’re fascinated because this behaviour echoes our most humane feelings. For instance, elephants have repeatedly been observed using tools … [Read more...] about How did elephants evolve such a large brain? Climate change is part of the answer | The Conversation
The potential of African cities in tackling global climate change
The potential of African cities in tackling global climate change: JOHANNESBURG – The C40 Cities Forum will be held in Africa for the first time; Africa’s leading city officials to connect with investors at C40 Cities (https://www.C40.org/) ’ industry-leading sustainability Forum in Johannesburg on 12th June. The event aims to highlight the huge investment opportunity in … [Read more...] about The potential of African cities in tackling global climate change
How climate change could affect some of West Africa’s iconic bird species | The Conversation
How climate change could affect some of West Africa's iconic bird species: shutterstock If scientists know how particular species are responding to the realities of global climate change, they can help to recommend better conservation strategies. But information about climate change response and adaptation is either limited or not available for many tropical bird species. This … [Read more...] about How climate change could affect some of West Africa’s iconic bird species | The Conversation
