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This case study examines the economic and nonfinancial returns of adaptive, resilient housing designs in Da Nang, Vietnam, specifically focusing on hazards such as typhoons, flooding, and temperature increases.

This technical report analyzes the impact of climate change on extreme rainfall and flood risk in Da Nang, Vietnam, where rapid urbanization and population growth (11% annually) are compounding risks from sea-level rise and storm surges.

This case study examines housing vulnerability and the need for adaptive, resilient shelter designs in Gorakhpur, India, to address recurring flooding, waterlogging, and projected temperature increases.

This policy brief examines the impact of rapid urbanization and climate change on flood frequency and severity in Da Nang, Vietnam, warning that historical construction standards are insufficient for projected increases in rainfall intensity.

This technical report analyzes the impact of urbanization and climate change on flooding and waterlogging in Gorakhpur, India, projecting increases in rainfall intensity by the 2050s.

This research paper examines the costs and benefits of enhancing housing resilience to typhoons in three wards of Da Nang, Vietnam, identifying barriers to safe construction and household preferences for risk reduction options.

This policy brief examines housing vulnerability to typhoons in Da Nang, Vietnam, highlighting how poor construction techniques and structural weaknesses in semi-permanent housing increase risk. It advocates for investigating the costs and benefits of alternative, resilient housing designs to reduce future risks as climate change intensifies storm events.

This report explores the economic impact of temperature on shelter in Pakistan's rapidly growing cities, focusing on the need for adaptive, resilient designs to mitigate the effects of temperature increases and other natural hazards.

Earthjustice, representing Sierra Club and ForestEthics, filed a legal petition and subsequent lawsuit in 2014 to compel the U.S. Department of Transportation to ban DOT-111 rail cars for shipping flammable Bakken crude oil due to their tendency to puncture and explode.

A statement by a coalition of social movements and climate justice organizations meeting in Venezuela, condemning the 2014 Israeli military invasion and bombardment of the Gaza Strip and calling for an end to the blockade and the occupation of Palestinian territory.

A statement issued by Friends of the Earth International and a coalition of global civil society organizations meeting in Venezuela, condemning Israeli military attacks and a land invasion of the Gaza Strip in July 2014.

This research paper examines how to improve the resilience of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) systems to hazards by analyzing risks at regional, urban, and individual levels and exploring the role of public-private partnerships (PPPs).

This policy brief provides recommendations to government officials in Ahmedabad, India, regarding disaster relief and adaptation initiatives to build resilience against extreme heat events.

This policy brief introduces a report on the vulnerability of outdoor workers, particularly construction workers, to extreme heat in Ahmedabad. It notes that Ahmedabad is the first Indian city to implement a comprehensive early warning system and preparedness plan for heat events, filling a gap in India's national climate adaptation strategies. The document advocates for coordinated action among government, employers, and health providers to reduce heat stress through educational and policy interventions.

This policy brief examines the heightened vulnerability of slum communities in Ahmedabad to extreme heat events, noting that nearly two million residents in these areas face increased exposure and fewer adaptation options compared to other city residents.

This policy brief outlines recommendations for health professionals in Ahmedabad, India, to address heat vulnerability. It highlights the city's role as the first in India to establish a comprehensive early warning system and preparedness plan for extreme heat, emphasizing the importance of inter-departmental collaboration and the use of urban health centers and link workers to reach vulnerable populations.

This policy brief evaluates the effectiveness of the 'Storm Resistant Housing for a Resilient Da Nang City' project following Typhoon Nari's impact on October 15, 2013. It compares the outcomes of resilient housing against general urban damage to argue that proactive storm-resistant preparation is more cost-effective than post-disaster recovery.

A statement by EESI Chairman Jared Blum regarding his visit to the 2014 International Solar Decathlon held at the Versailles grounds, highlighting student-led innovations in sustainable architecture, energy efficiency, and urban retrofitting.

This fact sheet introduces infographics created by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) and the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) based on the IPCC Fifth Assessment Report (AR5). These materials, specifically from the guide 'What’s in it for Africa', are designed to help decision-makers in Africa and South Asia understand global climate impacts across different emissions scenarios.

This policy brief examines the political economy of low carbon energy in Kenya, exploring how national energy security goals align with renewable energy technologies to address energy price volatility and climate vulnerability, while noting the potential complicating influence of recent oil and gas discoveries.