Puerto Rico’s Fragile Power Grid
Puerto Rico’s power grid underwent $3.8 billion in repairs between 2017 and 2018. However, the island’s grid remains ‘highly fragile’ and susceptible to damage should another storm occur. The damage…[...]
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‘Green’ Infrastructure Can Help Africa Tackle Drought
Sustainable, ‘green’ infrastructure is critical for drought-sensitive regions in Africa. East and North Africa have seen widespread droughts over the past four decades. Three-quarters of the region are made up…[...]
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Development is Key for Sudan
The United Nations' new Emergency Relief Coordinator has a fresh perspective on the growing needs in Sudan. Currently, there is a gap between the needs of Sudanese in crisis and…[...]
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UN Plans to Break the Cycle of HIV Transmission
The United Nations has stated that breaking the cycle of HIV transmission is part of their 2030 Agenda. Between 2006 and 2016, there has been a 40 percent decline in…[...]
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