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The Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance works with communities to influence policies and practices which enhance resilience to climate hazards. zcralliance.org

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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
“We’re tripling climate adaptation finance!” But is everyone on the same page…?
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Join our upcoming webinar as we bring together donors, national governments, intermediaries and local actors to explore what is needed, institutionally and financially, to make locally led adaptation a reality. For more details and to register, see our event page: zcralliance.org/events/finan...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
To anticipate the threat of extreme heat and allow for timely, protective action, Heat Early Warning Systems (HEWS) are critical. But there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Effective HEWS must be tailored to local contexts, risks and communities. More here: zcralliance.org/blogs/to-add...
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To address rising heat risks, Early Warning Systems must improve  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
New global analysis by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance and the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre shows that heat Early Warning Systems are expanding rapidly worldwide, but also remain highl...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
What if resilience to heat, droughts, floods and other climate hazards could come from something as small as a bee? As traditional farming and livestock keeping are put under pressure, beekeeping is proving to be a practical, nature-based alternative. Find out more: zcralliance.org/blogs/a-swee...
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A sweeter future: beehives help women in Kenya endure floods and drought  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Women in Handaraku village are using beekeeping to build resilience against climate hazards, generate income, strengthen savings and solidarity, and help protect local ecosystems.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Our Urban Heat resource directory is a collaborative space designed to bring together the latest knowledge, tools, and best practices for tackling urban heat. Browse the resources here ➡️ zcralliance.org/resources-ur...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
A post-event review of the November 2025 storm season in Vietnam found existing adaptation measures are struggling to keep pace with increasingly severe floods and storms. As these risks intensify, the case for transformative adaptation becomes stronger. Read more: zcralliance.org/blogs/the-ch...
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The changing nature of climate adaptation in Vietnam - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Post-event reviews of the 2025 storms and floods in Vietnam have found that community adaptation practices are reaching their limit when faces with intensifying climate hazards.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
On this International Youth Day, @practicalaction.bsky.social's Suman Chapagain shares how the Nepal team is supporting young people to become powerful leaders in responding to climate challenges through access to knowledge, technology and partnerships. Read more: zcralliance.org/blogs/intern...
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As Nepal's schools get hotter, students and teachers are taking action - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Resilience is built not simply by protecting young people, but by empowering them with knowledge, technology, and partnerships to become leaders of climate resilience.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
By building a shared understanding of community needs, vulnerabilities and resilience gaps, the Philippine Red Cross is supporting a move to more concrete financial investments in resilience interventions. Find out more: zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Our July newsletter will be dropping into your inboxes later today, featuring resources from @practicalaction.bsky.social, @concernworldwide.bsky.social, @undrr.bsky.social and more 📩 Sign up here: zcralliance.org?signup=true
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Through the creation of community resilience action groups (CRAGs), @concernworldwide.bsky.social is supporting communities in Bangladesh to improve flood resilience by mobilizing communities and facilitating joint planning with government agencies. Find out more: zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
As global temperatures rise, strengthening Heat Early Warning Systems (HEWSs) is one of the most immediate and scalable ways to reduce heat-related impacts. Take a look at our recent report as we set out practical recommendations for strengthening HEWSs globally ⬇️ zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
To prepare Bangladesh for the increasing impacts of climate hazards, shifting from traditional single-hazard approaches to more integrated strategies is urgent. Find out how @practicalaction.bsky.social is supporting communities to do exactly this ⬇️ zcralliance.org/blogs/unders...
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Why understanding compound hazards and cascading risk matters in Bangladesh   - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
To prepare Bangladesh for the increasing impacts of climate hazards, shifting from traditional single-hazard approaches to more integrated strategies is urgent.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Locally-sourced evidence is a powerful tool to drive support for communities’ climate adaptation priorities. Hear from Practical Action and Mercy Corps about how it's being used to drive real chance in Bangladesh and Jordan, through the work of @zcralliance.bsky.social. youtu.be/93Mp8SKXXiE
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How does evidence from communities improve decision-making for climate adaptation?
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
When local governments create or expand dedicated budgets for climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction, climate resilience takes several steps forward. @zcralliance.bsky.social colleagues from Vietnam and Kenya compare different ways that this can be achieved.
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How can dedicated budget allocations at the local level improve climate adaptation?
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
As extreme heat intensifies, protecting workers is not an option, it is essential. So, what can be done to enhance worker protection and integrate heat-risk management into health and safety systems? Find out ▶️ zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Grantham Research Institute at LSE @granthamlse.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
We regret that our event on Extreme Heat: Improving governance and strengthening action around the world has been cancelled due to the red extreme heat warning issued by the UK Met Office. Our apologies to everyone who was planning to attend the event.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
What did the Bonn Climate Conference tell us about the state of adaptation finance? Read our verdict, with contributions from @planglobal.bsky.social, @practicalaction.bsky.social and Mercy Corps ▶️ zcralliance.org/blogs/bonn-c...
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Bonn Conference 2026: while adaptation needs rise, negotiations stall - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
At the Bonn Climate Conference – an important milestone on the road to COP31 – negotiators struggled to make progress on key questions concerning adaptation finance, while getting funds to local insti...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Effective climate adaptation starts with the people most affected. Our new report sets out cross-cutting approaches and actionable recommendations to operationalize and strengthen locally led adaptation. Read the report here: zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
At London Climate Action Week, we’re bringing together a range of expertise to explore the critical need to strengthen extreme heat governance globally. We’ll also be sharing new analysis of progress and challenges across countries where we’re working. More details ▶️ zcralliance.org/events/londo...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Through sustained, long-term engagement in community programming, real change is possible. In our Action to Impact blog, @practicalaction.bsky.social's Leon Lizon shares how this approach has led to improvements in resilience across Tacana. Read more: zcralliance.org/blogs/action...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Are you at the SB64 climate negotiations in Bonn this week? Join this fantastic panel of speakers to explore pathways for scaling locally led adaptation and embedding it across sectors, policies, climate finance and international climate negotiations. More details: zcralliance.org/events/bonn-...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
That’s a wrap on our Learning Event! We’ve heard from many colleagues on a range of topics - from delivering locally led heat solutions to how teams are shifting from wildfire response to early action. More here on the work the Alliance is doing around the world: zcralliance.org/resources/?l...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Day two of the @zcralliance.bsky.social ‘s Learning Event comes to a close! We’ve heard how teams are scaling heat resilience through social media, gained insights into the nature-based approaches that Alliance teams are implementing, and lots more. Stay tuned for the third and final day 📸
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Hot weather doesn't make a heatwave 🌡️ When heat doesn't let up over consecutive days *and nights*, that's when the impacts are far greater. On this Heat Action Day, let's ensure that everyone, everywhere, is informed about the risks that heatwaves pose, and aware of what they can do to stay safe.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Today marks the 5th edition of Heat Action Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the growing threat of extreme heat. Our new report, in collaboration with the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre provides a global overview of Heat Early Warning Systems. 🔗 zcralliance.org/blogs/to-add...
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To address rising heat risks, Early Warning Systems must improve  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
New global analysis by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance and the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre shows that heat Early Warning Systems are expanding rapidly worldwide, but also remain highl...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
This week, teams from across the world are coming together for the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance Learning Event! A great opportunity to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships and plan for the future. Keep an eye out for updates throughout the week.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
One message stood out clearly at CBA20 earlier this month: locally led adaptation must become the norm. In our latest blog, Alliance colleagues reflect on their key takeaways from the event and what this means next for climate adaptation. 🔗 zcralliance.org/blogs/the-al...
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CBA20: Why local-level action on climate adaptation is needed more than ever  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Across CBA20 sessions, one message stood out clearly: locally led adaptation must become the norm, and that can only be achieved through significant shifts in power, financing, and knowledge systems.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
From impacting 307,266 people in Vietnam through technological interventions to supporting the creation of Disaster Risk Management roles in Bolivia, we’re partnering with communities to achieve lasting change. Find out more in our new digital impact report: zcralliance.org/action-to-im...
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Action to impact: the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance in 2025 - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
The Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance is helping communities worldwide adapt to climate hazards through evidence-based programmes, policy advocacy, and local action - impacting 4.35 million people in...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Next up in our Action to Impact blog series, Mercy Corps’ Sanjit Shrestha explains how replication of a budget-tracking methodology developed by Mercy Corps is delivering climate resilience at scale in Nepal. Read more: zcralliance.org/blogs/action...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Themes of mental health, technology and multi-hazard approaches took centre stage at @egu.eu earlier this month. Alliance colleagues share their reflections and key takeaways in our latest blog: zcralliance.org/blogs/egu-20... @concernworldwide.bsky.social @iiasa.ac.at @granthamlse.bsky.social
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EGU 2026: highlighting the human costs of climate hazards  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Alliance colleagues from Concern Worldwide, IIASA, LSE, Practical Action and the Z Zurich Foundation were in attendance at EGU 2026. Here are their key takeaways.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Our latest newsletter will be landing in your inboxes later today, featuring resources from @concernworldwide.bsky.social, @york.ac.uk, the World Bank, and more! Sign up here: zcralliance.org?signup=true
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Next up in our Action to Impact blog series, @ifrc.org's Jen Stewart explains how a new national Early Warning Systems strategy and changes to Disaster Risk Management laws have marked a crucial turning point toward proactive disaster prevention in Fiji. More: zcralliance.org/blogs/action...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Alliance colleagues will be at CBA20 over the next few days to share insights on locally-led adaptation. Head over to our event page to find out where you can catch them throughout the week: zcralliance.org/events/cba20/
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The 20th International Conference on Community-Based Adaptation to Climate Change (CBA20) - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Alliance colleagues will be at CBA20 to share insights on locally-led adaptation.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Next up in our Action to Impact blog series, @planglobal.bsky.social's Mario Serrano explains the role that Plan International had in bringing institutions together to deliver accessible Disaster Risk Management messaging to communities across El Salvador. More here: zcralliance.org/blogs/action...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Are you at the @egu.eu this week? Alliance colleagues will be there throughout the week to share insights on a range of topics! Head over to our event page to find out where you can hear from Alliance colleagues at EGU26 sessions ➡️ zcralliance.org/events/egu-g...
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EGU General Assembly 2026 - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance colleagues will be attending the EGU General Assembly 2026 and presenting knowledge on climate resilience.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
In the first blog of our Action to Impact series, ISET-International’s Toan Vu explains how the team has been working with people across different scales to leverage technology to increase community resilience to floods, and the impact this work has had. Read here ▶️ zcralliance.org/blogs/action...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
World Day for Safety and Health at Work is a reminder that protecting workers from extreme heat is essential. This report shows how workplace practices and regulations shape heat risk, and outlines ways to strengthen protection and embed heat‑risk management. 🔗 zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The next @egu.eu General Assembly is just weeks away! Find out how and where to connect with Alliance colleagues from @iiasa.ac.at, Z Zurich Foundation, @practicalaction.bsky.social, @concernworldwide.bsky.social and @granthamlse.bsky.social ▶️ zcralliance.org/events/egu-g...
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EGU General Assembly 2026 - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance colleagues will be attending the EGU General Assembly 2026 and presenting knowledge on climate resilience.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The Philippine Red Cross is supporting communities to take timely, effective early action against flood risks through community-based early warning system (CBEWS) workshops and the co-development of CBEWS action plans. Find out more ▶️ zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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IIASA @iiasa.ac.at · 09/04/2026
🌳A new IIASA-led study shows that expanding street green space can reduce urban heat stress, but it won’t be enough to offset climate change on its own. While having greener streets help, broader, context-specific adaptation will be essential. 👉 iiasa.ac.at/news/apr-202... @tuberlin.bsky.social
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Street green space can help cool cities, but it will not be enough on its own
A new IIASA-led study finds that expanding street green space can reduce urban heat stress in cities worldwide, but even ambitious greening efforts are unlikely to offset a significant share of the additional heat expected under climate change. Instead, the research shows that street greenery should be part of a broader portfolio of urban adaptation measures.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Our Urban Heat resource directory is a collaborative space designed to bring together the latest knowledge, tools, and best practices for tackling urban heat. Browse the resources here ➡️ zcralliance.org/resources-ur...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Through the “Epuna ebuetsuji ecuana” (Women That Teach) initiative, women across Tacana, Bolivia, are stepping into their roles as leaders in flood and wildfire resilience. Find out how ▶️ zcralliance.org/blogs/women-... @practicalaction.bsky.social
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Women That Teach: indigenous women’s resilience solutions in Bolivia  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
In Tacana Indigenous communities in Bolivia, women are leading the way on strengthening resilience to floods and wildfires through the Women That Teach initiative.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
The Climate Resilience Measurement for Communities (CRMC) tool is the foundation for our work. Take a look at the Solutions Finder for examples of how Alliance teams have used the CRMC to identify the most impactful interventions in communities around the world: zcralliance.org/solutions/
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Through the Tabeaa: Strengthening Climate Resilience in Jordanian Communities project, Mercy Corps is supporting communities to strengthen flood and heatwave resilience, whilst also shaping the policies and institutions needed for system-wide change. Find out more: zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Contexts and hazards vary - but in every case, information gathered directly from the community is the foundation for effective and sustainable climate solutions. The Climate Resilience Measurement for Communities tool does exactly this.
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Through community-based early warning system (CBEWS) workshops and the co-development of CBEWS action plans, the Philippine Red Cross is supporting communities to take effective early action to minimise the impacts of floods. Find out more: zcralliance.org/resources/it... @ifrc.org
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Ahead of International Women's Day, we’re sharing the story of how women in Tacana, Bolivia, are leading on strengthening resilience to floods and wildfires with the support of @practicalaction.bsky.social through the Women That Teach initiative. Read more ➡️ zcralliance.org/blogs/women-...
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Women That Teach: indigenous women’s resilience solutions in Bolivia  - Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
In Tacana Indigenous communities in Bolivia, women are leading the way on strengthening resilience to floods and wildfires through the Women That Teach initiative.
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Grantham Research Institute at LSE @granthamlse.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
If you missed the discussion on our new report on climate change adaptation laws and policies around the world, produced through our work as part of @zcralliance.bsky.social, you can catch up here ⬇️ www.lse.ac.uk/granthaminst...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
A new Post-Event Review Capability report on extreme heat reveals how heat shapes city life, from people and places to infrastructure and the economy, and highlights practical steps cities can take to build heat resilience. 🔗 zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance @zcralliance.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
As extreme heat rises, workers in high-exposure roles are on the front line. This Post-Event Review Capability report shows how workplace practices and regulations shape heat risk and outlines practical ways to strengthen protection and embed heat‑risk management. 🔗 zcralliance.org/resources/it...
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