The Call for Good Practices on Early Warning Systems with Focus on Multi-Hazards is still open until 28 February 2022. Further information can be found here.
The first edition of the Key Recommendations for a Strengthened use of Science and Technology in Disaster Risk Reduction in the Americas and the Caribbean, presents the findings regarding the effect and significant role of scientific and technological research on strengthening the implementation and formulation of sound DRR policies.
Heavy rainfalls connected to tropical storm Ana have triggered severe flooding events in eastern Africa, affecting Madagascar, Mozambique, and Malawi. Flooding began after heavy rain in Madagascar on 17 January and continued with tropical storm Ana passing over the countries from 22 January.
From November 2021 to January 2022, the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change published a series of publications in the field of technology policy related to disaster management. The series is called “A Roadmap for Managing Disasters” and consists of four parts, each aiming at different aspects of the usage of technologies for disaster management. Earth observation and the use of space-based technologies play a crucial role, as outlined in the foreword by Mr. Andrew Zolli, Chief Impact Officer at Planet:
This is event is available for participation on an ongoing basis
The UNU Climate Resilience Initiative addresses the growing risks of climate change, including how to adapt to climate-induced extreme weather events and how to ensure climate-resilient development. By drawing lessons learned from the European floods in 2022, as well as other flood-prone areas of the world, this initiative aims to share knowledge, shape policy, and drive action – and ultimately shift the focus from passive vulnerability to pro-active adaptation, innovation and transformation.
This is event is available for participation on an ongoing basis
The AERAP Africa-Europe Science Collaboration Platform will organise side events at the AU-EU Summit on 14-18 February.
The purpose of the meeting will be to promote awareness of the contribution of collaborative research and development as a critical aspect of EU-Africa relations and collaborations, in particular in addressing global challenges together.