Today in Squirrel News, the UN sets sights on covering every country with early weather-warning systems, communities convert a Mexican desert landscape into forest, and a repair bonus scheme goes national in Austria.
UN aims to protect people through global access to early weather-warning systems
The risks of climate change is further exacerbated in least developed countries as they do not have access to early warnings. To save lives, the UN aims to have the whole world covered by early weather-warning systems within five years.
Indigenous communities breathe new life into Mexican desert landscape
22 communities rolled up their sleeves to turn a Mexican desert landscape into forest. It is no easy feat, but the success opens the door to more livelihood opportunities.
Austrian government helps citizens pay for equipment repairs
Austrians will soon enjoy a repair bonus as the scheme goes national. Vienna began implementing the programme in 2020 and is deemed a success having saved 850 tons of CO2 emissions.
The NYC Neighborhood Food Resource Guides help members get access to meals. Each guide contains information on location and schedule of food pantries, meals for students and seniors, delivery services for people with disabilities, among others.
New digital startups address racial health disparities
There is a wave of digital platforms making it easier for Black Americans to find physicians of the same color. For Black Americans, being cared for by a doctor who looks like them can help patients avoid disparate health outcomes, according to research.
Swap your fence for a hedge, says RHS as it begins climate study
Charity to look at how hedge varieties provide benefits such as rainwater control and wildlife shelter. Knowing which planting combinations to choose to get the most environmental benefit could enable wider uptake as we seek to future-proof our towns and cities, says a scientist.
