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#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: Stories and Examples

Growing food #locally is a #ClimateChange solution

Updated: April 1, 2026

"How are #Maryland gardeners adapting their #gardens and #GreenSpaces to climate change? We posed this question to our colleagues in the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and they shared examples of everything from #composting and food gardening to #PlantingTrees and #NativePlants, installing #RainGardens, and more!

"Action on climate change is needed on a large scale, and our individual daily actions add up also. Check out these stories and take our quick poll at the end. Tell us how you're doing climate-resilient gardening!"

Learn more:
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/climate-resilient-gardening-stories-and-examples/

#SolarPunkSunday #LocalFood #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #Gardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: Stories and Examples

Growing food #locally is a #ClimateChange solution

Updated: April 1, 2026

"How are #Maryland gardeners adapting their #gardens and #GreenSpaces to climate change? We posed this question to our colleagues in the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and they shared examples of everything from #composting and food gardening to #PlantingTrees and #NativePlants, installing #RainGardens, and more!

"Action on climate change is needed on a large scale, and our individual daily actions add up also. Check out these stories and take our quick poll at the end. Tell us how you're doing climate-resilient gardening!"

Learn more:
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/climate-resilient-gardening-stories-and-examples/

#SolarPunkSunday #LocalFood #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #Gardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: Stories and Examples

Growing food #locally is a #ClimateChange solution

Updated: April 1, 2026

"How are #Maryland gardeners adapting their #gardens and #GreenSpaces to climate change? We posed this question to our colleagues in the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and they shared examples of everything from #composting and food gardening to #PlantingTrees and #NativePlants, installing #RainGardens, and more!

"Action on climate change is needed on a large scale, and our individual daily actions add up also. Check out these stories and take our quick poll at the end. Tell us how you're doing climate-resilient gardening!"

Learn more:
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/climate-resilient-gardening-stories-and-examples/

#SolarPunkSunday #LocalFood #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #Gardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: Stories and Examples

Growing food #locally is a #ClimateChange solution

Updated: April 1, 2026

"How are #Maryland gardeners adapting their #gardens and #GreenSpaces to climate change? We posed this question to our colleagues in the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and they shared examples of everything from #composting and food gardening to #PlantingTrees and #NativePlants, installing #RainGardens, and more!

"Action on climate change is needed on a large scale, and our individual daily actions add up also. Check out these stories and take our quick poll at the end. Tell us how you're doing climate-resilient gardening!"

Learn more:
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/climate-resilient-gardening-stories-and-examples/

#SolarPunkSunday #LocalFood #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #Gardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: Stories and Examples

Growing food #locally is a #ClimateChange solution

Updated: April 1, 2026

"How are #Maryland gardeners adapting their #gardens and #GreenSpaces to climate change? We posed this question to our colleagues in the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and they shared examples of everything from #composting and food gardening to #PlantingTrees and #NativePlants, installing #RainGardens, and more!

"Action on climate change is needed on a large scale, and our individual daily actions add up also. Check out these stories and take our quick poll at the end. Tell us how you're doing climate-resilient gardening!"

Learn more:
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/climate-resilient-gardening-stories-and-examples/

#SolarPunkSunday #LocalFood #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #Gardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening

How to Create a #ClimateResilient Garden

Published by Bea Thomson on July 1, 2025

"In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and the threat of global #ClimateChange, creating a climate-resilient garden has become more important than ever. By implementing #sustainable gardening practices and choosing #resilient plants, you can create a garden that can adapt to the changing climate and thrive in challenging conditions. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to create a climate-resilient garden, covering various aspects such as #WaterConservation, soil health, plant selection, and sustainable gardening techniques."

Read more:
https://gardensandgardening.co.uk/beginners-tips/learn-how-to-create-a-climate-resilient-garden-with-water-conservation-soil-health-plant-selection-and-sustainable-gardening-techniques/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateResiliency

How to Create a #ClimateResilient Garden

Published by Bea Thomson on July 1, 2025

"In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and the threat of global #ClimateChange, creating a climate-resilient garden has become more important than ever. By implementing #sustainable gardening practices and choosing #resilient plants, you can create a garden that can adapt to the changing climate and thrive in challenging conditions. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to create a climate-resilient garden, covering various aspects such as #WaterConservation, soil health, plant selection, and sustainable gardening techniques."

Read more:
https://gardensandgardening.co.uk/beginners-tips/learn-how-to-create-a-climate-resilient-garden-with-water-conservation-soil-health-plant-selection-and-sustainable-gardening-techniques/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateResiliency

How to Create a #ClimateResilient Garden

Published by Bea Thomson on July 1, 2025

"In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and the threat of global #ClimateChange, creating a climate-resilient garden has become more important than ever. By implementing #sustainable gardening practices and choosing #resilient plants, you can create a garden that can adapt to the changing climate and thrive in challenging conditions. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to create a climate-resilient garden, covering various aspects such as #WaterConservation, soil health, plant selection, and sustainable gardening techniques."

Read more:
https://gardensandgardening.co.uk/beginners-tips/learn-how-to-create-a-climate-resilient-garden-with-water-conservation-soil-health-plant-selection-and-sustainable-gardening-techniques/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateResiliency

How to Create a #ClimateResilient Garden

Published by Bea Thomson on July 1, 2025

"In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and the threat of global #ClimateChange, creating a climate-resilient garden has become more important than ever. By implementing #sustainable gardening practices and choosing #resilient plants, you can create a garden that can adapt to the changing climate and thrive in challenging conditions. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to create a climate-resilient garden, covering various aspects such as #WaterConservation, soil health, plant selection, and sustainable gardening techniques."

Read more:
https://gardensandgardening.co.uk/beginners-tips/learn-how-to-create-a-climate-resilient-garden-with-water-conservation-soil-health-plant-selection-and-sustainable-gardening-techniques/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateResiliency

How to Create a #ClimateResilient Garden

Published by Bea Thomson on July 1, 2025

"In the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and the threat of global #ClimateChange, creating a climate-resilient garden has become more important than ever. By implementing #sustainable gardening practices and choosing #resilient plants, you can create a garden that can adapt to the changing climate and thrive in challenging conditions. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to create a climate-resilient garden, covering various aspects such as #WaterConservation, soil health, plant selection, and sustainable gardening techniques."

Read more:
https://gardensandgardening.co.uk/beginners-tips/learn-how-to-create-a-climate-resilient-garden-with-water-conservation-soil-health-plant-selection-and-sustainable-gardening-techniques/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #GardeningChallenges #ClimateResiliency

In the Western Ghats of India, a 65-year-old cacao tree thrives thanks to innovative agroforestry and bio-control techniques. A microbiologist couple uses beneficial microbes to keep the soil healthy and fend off pathogens, ensuring organic cocoa production. As climate change increases threats to cacao from fungi and bacteria, their approach highlights the need for #ClimateResilient practices in agriculture. https://reasonstobecheerful.world/what-were-reading-lessons-from-grandmother-cacao/

Exciting news! 🌍 The Adaptation Research Alliance and SouthSouthNorth have awarded 30 projects across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America up to £15,000 each to help communities adapt to climate change. These initiatives focus on user-driven research and include everything from early-warning systems to nature-based solutions. Together, we're building #ClimateResilient futures! https://southsouthnorth.org/30-new-community%e2%80%91led-climate-adaptation-projects-across-the-global-south/

The UK Health Alliance on Climate Change has released its 2025 end-of-year report, showcasing key achievements in promoting climate and health policies. Highlights include a report on building a #ClimateResilient health system, advocating for a #PlantRichDiet, and integrating carbon reduction targets into England’s health plan. https://ukhealthalliance.org/news-item/2025-end-of-year-report/

#Agroecology as the path to #ClimateResilient and just food systems

By Dr Susan Chomba, Director Food, Land and Water at World Resources Institute Africa

Monday, July 28, 2025 — updated on August 02, 2025

"The 2nd National Agroecology Symposium, held in Nairobi from July 10–11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in #Kenya’s food systems transformation.

"The event brought together farmers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, media, and policymakers with one clear message: Agroecology must move from the margins to the centre of national agricultural strategy. It is not just an alternative; it is the most viable path forward to achieve our intertwined goals for #people, #nature, and #climate—without compromising one for the other.
Agroecology offers a coherent framework for #RegeneratingSoils, producing safe and nutritious food, and building #ClimateResilient and #equitable #FoodSystems.

"As #ClimateChange intensifies, this approach provides Kenya and other #AfricanNations a powerful opportunity to lead a just transition—rooted in #LocalKnowledge, backed by #science, and responsive to the realities of #smallholder #farmers.

A crossroads for Kenya’s food systems

"Kenya’s food systems are at a crossroads. The dominant model—based on chemical-intensive agriculture and ultra-processed foods—is driving soil degradation, poor nutrition, increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the pollution of our rivers and lakes. This model also contributes significantly to #biodiversity loss and #GreenhouseGasEmissions.

"Alternatively, a more resilient and #sustainable path is within reach—one that aligns human health with ecological integrity. But this transition cannot be left to smallholder farmers alone. It requires coordinated leadership from governments—particularly ministries of agriculture, health, environment, and finance—as well as development partners, scientists, and the private sector.

"Farmers should not be expected to feed a growing population and withstand escalating #ClimateShocks while being under-supported or misdirected by ineffective policies and subsidies. Without the right investments and incentives, we risk deepening the crisis.

What agroecology is—and isn’t

"Agroecology is too often misunderstood as a nostalgic return to low-productivity farming. In reality, it is a sophisticated, evidence-informed, and farmer-driven approach to transforming food systems in ways that are locally appropriate and ecologically sound. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic practice that integrates scientific research with #TraditionalKnowledge.

"The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) outlines 10 elements of agroecology, while the High-Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) has identified 13 principles. These include #RecyclingNutrients, enhancing biodiversity, strengthening synergies, and co-creating knowledge."

Source [paywall]:
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/agroecology-as-the-path-to-climate-resilient-and-just-food-systems-5140556

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QxY8u

#SolarPunkSunday #AgroEcology #FoodSecurity #Africa #ClimageChangeResiliency #SharingKnowledge

#Agroecology as the path to #ClimateResilient and just food systems

By Dr Susan Chomba, Director Food, Land and Water at World Resources Institute Africa

Monday, July 28, 2025 — updated on August 02, 2025

"The 2nd National Agroecology Symposium, held in Nairobi from July 10–11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in #Kenya’s food systems transformation.

"The event brought together farmers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, media, and policymakers with one clear message: Agroecology must move from the margins to the centre of national agricultural strategy. It is not just an alternative; it is the most viable path forward to achieve our intertwined goals for #people, #nature, and #climate—without compromising one for the other.
Agroecology offers a coherent framework for #RegeneratingSoils, producing safe and nutritious food, and building #ClimateResilient and #equitable #FoodSystems.

"As #ClimateChange intensifies, this approach provides Kenya and other #AfricanNations a powerful opportunity to lead a just transition—rooted in #LocalKnowledge, backed by #science, and responsive to the realities of #smallholder #farmers.

A crossroads for Kenya’s food systems

"Kenya’s food systems are at a crossroads. The dominant model—based on chemical-intensive agriculture and ultra-processed foods—is driving soil degradation, poor nutrition, increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the pollution of our rivers and lakes. This model also contributes significantly to #biodiversity loss and #GreenhouseGasEmissions.

"Alternatively, a more resilient and #sustainable path is within reach—one that aligns human health with ecological integrity. But this transition cannot be left to smallholder farmers alone. It requires coordinated leadership from governments—particularly ministries of agriculture, health, environment, and finance—as well as development partners, scientists, and the private sector.

"Farmers should not be expected to feed a growing population and withstand escalating #ClimateShocks while being under-supported or misdirected by ineffective policies and subsidies. Without the right investments and incentives, we risk deepening the crisis.

What agroecology is—and isn’t

"Agroecology is too often misunderstood as a nostalgic return to low-productivity farming. In reality, it is a sophisticated, evidence-informed, and farmer-driven approach to transforming food systems in ways that are locally appropriate and ecologically sound. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic practice that integrates scientific research with #TraditionalKnowledge.

"The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) outlines 10 elements of agroecology, while the High-Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) has identified 13 principles. These include #RecyclingNutrients, enhancing biodiversity, strengthening synergies, and co-creating knowledge."

Source [paywall]:
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/agroecology-as-the-path-to-climate-resilient-and-just-food-systems-5140556

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QxY8u

#SolarPunkSunday #AgroEcology #FoodSecurity #Africa #ClimageChangeResiliency #SharingKnowledge

#Agroecology as the path to #ClimateResilient and just food systems

By Dr Susan Chomba, Director Food, Land and Water at World Resources Institute Africa

Monday, July 28, 2025 — updated on August 02, 2025

"The 2nd National Agroecology Symposium, held in Nairobi from July 10–11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in #Kenya’s food systems transformation.

"The event brought together farmers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, media, and policymakers with one clear message: Agroecology must move from the margins to the centre of national agricultural strategy. It is not just an alternative; it is the most viable path forward to achieve our intertwined goals for #people, #nature, and #climate—without compromising one for the other.
Agroecology offers a coherent framework for #RegeneratingSoils, producing safe and nutritious food, and building #ClimateResilient and #equitable #FoodSystems.

"As #ClimateChange intensifies, this approach provides Kenya and other #AfricanNations a powerful opportunity to lead a just transition—rooted in #LocalKnowledge, backed by #science, and responsive to the realities of #smallholder #farmers.

A crossroads for Kenya’s food systems

"Kenya’s food systems are at a crossroads. The dominant model—based on chemical-intensive agriculture and ultra-processed foods—is driving soil degradation, poor nutrition, increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the pollution of our rivers and lakes. This model also contributes significantly to #biodiversity loss and #GreenhouseGasEmissions.

"Alternatively, a more resilient and #sustainable path is within reach—one that aligns human health with ecological integrity. But this transition cannot be left to smallholder farmers alone. It requires coordinated leadership from governments—particularly ministries of agriculture, health, environment, and finance—as well as development partners, scientists, and the private sector.

"Farmers should not be expected to feed a growing population and withstand escalating #ClimateShocks while being under-supported or misdirected by ineffective policies and subsidies. Without the right investments and incentives, we risk deepening the crisis.

What agroecology is—and isn’t

"Agroecology is too often misunderstood as a nostalgic return to low-productivity farming. In reality, it is a sophisticated, evidence-informed, and farmer-driven approach to transforming food systems in ways that are locally appropriate and ecologically sound. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic practice that integrates scientific research with #TraditionalKnowledge.

"The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) outlines 10 elements of agroecology, while the High-Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) has identified 13 principles. These include #RecyclingNutrients, enhancing biodiversity, strengthening synergies, and co-creating knowledge."

Source [paywall]:
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/agroecology-as-the-path-to-climate-resilient-and-just-food-systems-5140556

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QxY8u

#SolarPunkSunday #AgroEcology #FoodSecurity #Africa #ClimageChangeResiliency #SharingKnowledge

#Agroecology as the path to #ClimateResilient and just food systems

By Dr Susan Chomba, Director Food, Land and Water at World Resources Institute Africa

Monday, July 28, 2025 — updated on August 02, 2025

"The 2nd National Agroecology Symposium, held in Nairobi from July 10–11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in #Kenya’s food systems transformation.

"The event brought together farmers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, media, and policymakers with one clear message: Agroecology must move from the margins to the centre of national agricultural strategy. It is not just an alternative; it is the most viable path forward to achieve our intertwined goals for #people, #nature, and #climate—without compromising one for the other.
Agroecology offers a coherent framework for #RegeneratingSoils, producing safe and nutritious food, and building #ClimateResilient and #equitable #FoodSystems.

"As #ClimateChange intensifies, this approach provides Kenya and other #AfricanNations a powerful opportunity to lead a just transition—rooted in #LocalKnowledge, backed by #science, and responsive to the realities of #smallholder #farmers.

A crossroads for Kenya’s food systems

"Kenya’s food systems are at a crossroads. The dominant model—based on chemical-intensive agriculture and ultra-processed foods—is driving soil degradation, poor nutrition, increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the pollution of our rivers and lakes. This model also contributes significantly to #biodiversity loss and #GreenhouseGasEmissions.

"Alternatively, a more resilient and #sustainable path is within reach—one that aligns human health with ecological integrity. But this transition cannot be left to smallholder farmers alone. It requires coordinated leadership from governments—particularly ministries of agriculture, health, environment, and finance—as well as development partners, scientists, and the private sector.

"Farmers should not be expected to feed a growing population and withstand escalating #ClimateShocks while being under-supported or misdirected by ineffective policies and subsidies. Without the right investments and incentives, we risk deepening the crisis.

What agroecology is—and isn’t

"Agroecology is too often misunderstood as a nostalgic return to low-productivity farming. In reality, it is a sophisticated, evidence-informed, and farmer-driven approach to transforming food systems in ways that are locally appropriate and ecologically sound. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic practice that integrates scientific research with #TraditionalKnowledge.

"The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) outlines 10 elements of agroecology, while the High-Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) has identified 13 principles. These include #RecyclingNutrients, enhancing biodiversity, strengthening synergies, and co-creating knowledge."

Source [paywall]:
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/agroecology-as-the-path-to-climate-resilient-and-just-food-systems-5140556

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QxY8u

#SolarPunkSunday #AgroEcology #FoodSecurity #Africa #ClimageChangeResiliency #SharingKnowledge

#Agroecology as the path to #ClimateResilient and just food systems

By Dr Susan Chomba, Director Food, Land and Water at World Resources Institute Africa

Monday, July 28, 2025 — updated on August 02, 2025

"The 2nd National Agroecology Symposium, held in Nairobi from July 10–11, 2025, marked a pivotal moment in #Kenya’s food systems transformation.

"The event brought together farmers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, media, and policymakers with one clear message: Agroecology must move from the margins to the centre of national agricultural strategy. It is not just an alternative; it is the most viable path forward to achieve our intertwined goals for #people, #nature, and #climate—without compromising one for the other.
Agroecology offers a coherent framework for #RegeneratingSoils, producing safe and nutritious food, and building #ClimateResilient and #equitable #FoodSystems.

"As #ClimateChange intensifies, this approach provides Kenya and other #AfricanNations a powerful opportunity to lead a just transition—rooted in #LocalKnowledge, backed by #science, and responsive to the realities of #smallholder #farmers.

A crossroads for Kenya’s food systems

"Kenya’s food systems are at a crossroads. The dominant model—based on chemical-intensive agriculture and ultra-processed foods—is driving soil degradation, poor nutrition, increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the pollution of our rivers and lakes. This model also contributes significantly to #biodiversity loss and #GreenhouseGasEmissions.

"Alternatively, a more resilient and #sustainable path is within reach—one that aligns human health with ecological integrity. But this transition cannot be left to smallholder farmers alone. It requires coordinated leadership from governments—particularly ministries of agriculture, health, environment, and finance—as well as development partners, scientists, and the private sector.

"Farmers should not be expected to feed a growing population and withstand escalating #ClimateShocks while being under-supported or misdirected by ineffective policies and subsidies. Without the right investments and incentives, we risk deepening the crisis.

What agroecology is—and isn’t

"Agroecology is too often misunderstood as a nostalgic return to low-productivity farming. In reality, it is a sophisticated, evidence-informed, and farmer-driven approach to transforming food systems in ways that are locally appropriate and ecologically sound. It is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic practice that integrates scientific research with #TraditionalKnowledge.

"The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) outlines 10 elements of agroecology, while the High-Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) has identified 13 principles. These include #RecyclingNutrients, enhancing biodiversity, strengthening synergies, and co-creating knowledge."

Source [paywall]:
https://nation.africa/kenya/blogs-opinion/blogs/agroecology-as-the-path-to-climate-resilient-and-just-food-systems-5140556

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QxY8u

#SolarPunkSunday #AgroEcology #FoodSecurity #Africa #ClimageChangeResiliency #SharingKnowledge

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UK's first rice crop thriving after hot summer, offering potential solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from food system. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #ClimateResilient #Sustainability #ClimateAdaptation #RegenerativeAgriculture
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1wgeq702dyo

Stay ahead of monsoon floods with new hyperlocal forecasts in Indian cities. Early warnings to keep communities safe and prepared. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #ClimateAdaptation #UrbanSustainability #SustainableCities #ClimateResilient #ClimateAction
https://www.science.org/content/article/new-hyperlocal-forecasts-aim-give-indian-cities-early-warning-monsoon-floods

Uncovering the hidden heroes of the ocean: microbes team up to prevent methane emissions and protect our atmosphere. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #OceanSolutions #MethaneReduction #MarineConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateResilient
https://www.earth.com/news/how-ocean-microbes-stop-methane-from-reaching-the-air/

Uncovering the hidden heroes of the ocean: microbes team up to prevent methane emissions and protect our atmosphere. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #OceanSolutions #MethaneReduction #MarineConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateResilient
https://www.earth.com/news/how-ocean-microbes-stop-methane-from-reaching-the-air/

Uncovering the hidden heroes of the ocean: microbes team up to prevent methane emissions and protect our atmosphere. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #OceanSolutions #MethaneReduction #MarineConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateResilient
https://www.earth.com/news/how-ocean-microbes-stop-methane-from-reaching-the-air/

Uncovering the hidden heroes of the ocean: microbes team up to prevent methane emissions and protect our atmosphere. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #OceanSolutions #MethaneReduction #MarineConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateResilient
https://www.earth.com/news/how-ocean-microbes-stop-methane-from-reaching-the-air/

Uncovering the hidden heroes of the ocean: microbes team up to prevent methane emissions and protect our atmosphere. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #OceanSolutions #MethaneReduction #MarineConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateResilient
https://www.earth.com/news/how-ocean-microbes-stop-methane-from-reaching-the-air/

Greece's new plan tackles water scarcity with innovation and sustainability. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #Sustainability #ClimateAdaptation #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenTransition #ClimateResilient
https://www.euronews.com/green/2025/07/24/greek-pm-unveils-national-plan-to-combat-worsening-water-scarcity-and-climate-driven-droug

Arevon Energy's Peregrine Energy Storage Project in San Diego is boosting grid reliability and climate resilience by storing surplus solar and wind energy. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #EnergyStorage #GridFlexibility #ClimateResilient
https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/peregrine-energy-storage-project-san-diego/

Arevon Energy's Peregrine Energy Storage Project in San Diego is boosting grid reliability and climate resilience by storing surplus solar and wind energy. #climatechange #climatesolutions #climate #EnergyStorage #GridFlexibility #ClimateResilient
https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/peregrine-energy-storage-project-san-diego/

Going to #agit2025 ? Join our workshop on #municipalmonitoring for spatial development, focusing on #climateresilient #AgeAppropriate #urbandevelopment using #KomMonitor !

July 3rd, 10:30 am, Rm A1.052
Session 8F: WS: KomMonitor - Kommunales Monitoring zur Raumentwicklung

#climateresilience

#FireResistant, #sustainable home could help address housing crisis

BY Bree Steffen
Feb. 06, 2025

"Professor Daniel López-Pérez is the architecture program director at the University of San Diego. He designed a fire-resistant home he calls the #Polyhaus, a 540 square foot home which consists of just sixty-four panels.

"Instead of traditional lumber, Daniel says the Polyhaus was built using mass-timber products, which offer half the rigidity of reinforced concrete, while weighing a fraction (20%), and has a burn rate of hours (1.5 inches per hour of char-rate).

"'Fire cannot enter. It has a harder time entering,' López-Pérez said. 'So it’s char rate, given its massiveness of weight and the fact that it has no air cavities.'

"He said all the Douglas Fir came from Washington as part of a collaboration with a #reforestation project, creating a plug-and-play housing model that slashes construction costs and helps keep forests healthy. Traditional home construction requires thousands of two-by-fours and extensive manual framing.

"The Polyhaus system simplifies this process significantly.

"Joaquin Ramirez has been working to reduce the impact of #wildfires and extreme weather through his company #Technosylva. He also works with the International Association of Wildland Fire analyzing wildfire risk and working with agencies like CAL Fire to make operations safer.

"'I feel like it’s a genius design,' Ramirez said. 'You have a structure there are no holes, which that is really critical.'

"He said right now there is a great need for innovation in making communities safer in the face of #ClimateChange, and this design is an example of an accessible solution.

"'I think it’s important that our citizens understand that everybody needs to be a part of the solution. This is not a firefighter job only,' Ramirez said. 'It has to start by the house, then our community, then the surrounding communities.'

"López-Pérez built the first model of the Polyhaus in his own backyard, a reminder of the work to be done to build #ClimateResilient communities.

"'The recent fires have reminded us that we have to have that consciousness, we have to have a direct link between our housing production and the health of our forests, the health of our environment,' he said."

Read more:
https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-california/wildfires/2025/02/06/fire-resistant--sustainable-home-could-help-address-housing-crisis

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/QpbHh
#SolarPunkSunday #Resiliency #BuildingForClimateChange

🌍💧 #ClimateResilient infrastructure in focus! #HofUniversity is advancing the innovative rotating bend technology in the Drehbogen4.0 project, optimizing it with digital elements for smarter #WastewaterManagement. A step toward future-proof sewers! 🚀 https://t1p.de/vphvo

Join our webinar on Urban Sanitation Challenges in Africa and Asia, hosted by IWA and @UNHABITAT ! Learn about #SanitAction strategies and #ClimateResilient solutions.
📅: 19 June 2024
🕰️: 14:00 BST
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International Water Association @IWAHQ

Tonga among 3 pilot countries to benefit from BRACE

The “Building the Climate Resilience of Children and Communities through the Education Sector” (#BRACE) project aims to construct #ClimateResilient schools, with an initial focus on #Tonga, #Cambodia, and #SouthSudan, as pilot countries, to benefit four million safer schoolchildren, setting a precedent for global collaboration toward a resilient educational future.

https://matangitonga.to/2023/12/06/tonga-among-3-pilot-countries-benefit-brace

#ClimateCrisis #COP28

"#ClimateResilient features that might have once been considered architectural frills are now helping commercial real estate owners lower property costs in the long-term.

A 2018 study by commercial property insurer FM Global found that for every dollar spent on #hurricane protection, a building will lower its loss exposure by $105."

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/31/climate-change-forcing-real-estate-developers-to-add-weather-proofing.html

If I was looking for a condo or residential unit in a #sustainable #ClimateResilient #netzero or generally #green or #ecofriendly community, particularly in #Toronto, where would I start looking?

Google search for #LEEDcertification or similar brings up lots of condo ads and marketing crap.

#sustainability #Ecohousing #livingsustainably #TOEnvironment

Check out the EU-funded project that won the #LifeAwards2023 in the environment category!

🌱 Plants for Plants is an entirely plant-based biostimulant ⬇️
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This groundbreaking #LIFEproject has introduced new bio-stimulants to make #agriculture more #sustainable & #climateresilient.

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Goed gedaan!💚

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A big hooray for LIFE Plants for Plants, WINNER of the #LIFEAwards23 #environment category!👏

This groundbreaking #LIFEproject has introduced new bio-stimulants to make #agriculture more #sustainable & #climateresilient.

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Goed gedaan!💚

#EUGreenWeek

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/LIFEprogramme/status/1666116926966202369

RT @LIFEprogramme: A big hooray for LIFE Plants for Plants, WINNER of the #LIFEAwards23 #environment category!👏

This groundbreaking #LIFEproject has introduced new bio-stimulants to make #agriculture more #sustainable & #climateresilient.

👉 https://www.vaniperen.com/plants-for-plants/

Goed gedaan!💚

#EUGreenWeek https://t.co/hGbc0JcE9i

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/EU_ENV/status/1666117079261388801

The #climate emergency is a call to action to join forces!

The #MissionClimateAdaptation supports regions & communities become #ClimateResilient.

Discover our R&I Exhibition & the projects that are helping achieve the mission's objective! #EarthHourDay 👇

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How? Explore our R&I Exhibition & the projects that are helping us achieve the mission's objective!

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