Publications

Water

Large areas of the globe recorded dryer than normal conditions in 2021, compared to the last 30 years. A new WMO report gives an overview of global water availability.

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Food systems

This report analyses current and emerging drivers of agrifood systems and their possible future trends. It identifies the issues at stake and the threats and problems that have an impact on future food consumption and…

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Agriculture

Black soils are under threat. A new report by FAO provides strategic information about the distribution, state and management of black soils and can guide decision-making regarding the sustainable management and…

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Climate change

We need to change the way we treat tipping points in climate policy today, says a new report. Recommendations are provided on adjusting climate risk management strategies to better reflect the risks of tipping points…

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Forestry

Forests are an important part of the solution to help avert climate catastrophe. But more needs to be done to avoid forest loss and degradation, and efforts have to be coupled with sustainable forest management,…

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Fisheries

But this cookbook by FAO is about more than cooking. Published in the UN-designated International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture, it carries an appeal to recognise the important contribution of fishers to…

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Climate change

More climate adaptation finance in Africa is needed, according to this report. It includes recommendations on increasing the volume and efficacy of financial flows.

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Climate change

Governments, international development partners and industry should invest in sustainable food cold chains to decrease hunger, boost livelihoods and adapt to climate change, this report says.

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Energy

Pledges and targets for the energy transition are not ambitious enough, says a new report. At COP27, experts are calling on global leaders to bridge the renewables’ deployment gap.

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Agriculture

This report sheds light on the current stage of agricultural automation and the role it can play in making food production more efficient and environmentally friendly.

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