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The planet is becoming increasingly urban. In many ways, the urbanization wave and the unprecedented urban growth of the past 20 years have created a sense of urgency and an impetus for change. Some 54 percent of the world population — 3.9 billion people — lives in urban areas today; thus, it has become clear that “business as usual” is no longer possible. This new configuration…

This collection of SLM Technologies and Approaches was compiled as part of the project ‘Scaling-up SLM practices by smallholder farmers’ funded by the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD). SLM Technologies belonging to the following five categories are included in this collection: • Water harvesting and water management • Prevention of soil erosion •…

This new edition of the report focuses on food losses and waste, providing new estimates of the world’s food post-harvest up to, but excluding, the retail level. Addressing policy makers, the report also offers a comprehensive analysis of the critical loss points in specific supply chains, thus providing examples on appropriate measures for an effective reduction. …

This paper presents current approaches to building proactive policies that support drought-stricken populations and activities, reduce vulnerability, and strengthen resilience to droughts. The paper analyses challenges and options for countries to adopt proactive drought preparedness policies, and addresses opportunities for enhancing the role of international organizations. The…

Volume 3 of the International Yearbook of Soil Law and Policy presents an important discussion on urbanization and the sustainable management of soils from a range of perspectives, addressing key topics such as sustainable cities, soil sealing, rehabilitation of contaminated soils, property rights and liability issues, as well as trading systems with regard to land take. This third…

The United Nations World Water Development Report, Leaving no one behind, launched TODAY 19 March 2019 during the 40th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), and in conjunction to the World Water Day, demonstrates how improvements in water resources management and access to water supply and sanitation services are essential to addressing various social and economic…