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The @WorldBank Group works with countries to sustainably manage the environment, natural resources and blue economy that support livelihoods and sustain life.
Washington, D.C. & Global
Joined February 2009
Compared to January 2020, maize prices are 11% higher, wheat prices are 7% lower, and rice prices are 10% lower. More on agriculture commodities in our latest monthly #FoodSecurity Update: https://t.co/EjoUuzeIcU
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Are you in Nairobi for #MOP37? Join the @WorldBank at the side event to explore how sustainable cooling can cut emissions, boost efficiency and build resilience. šļø Nov 4 ā²ļø18:00ā20:00 (UTC+3) #MontrealProtocol
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In East Asia & Pacific, the @WorldBank and partners are supporting local farmers and businesses to strengthen rural economies, increase resilience, and create jobsāunlocking growth and improving livelihoods for millions of people. Read more: https://t.co/MQpEXEheyj
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TOMORROW: The @WorldBank & BirdLife International are joining forces to scale-up conservation of the African-Eurasian Flyway (AEF). Join the partnership launch on Nov 4 to learn more about the initiative. More info: https://t.co/BF1NYbJpWm Register here: https://t.co/pDIVV6L5Ta
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Infrastructure drives growthābut can also drive biodiversity loss. A new @WorldBank dataset helps road planners minimize ecological risks and align with the Global Biodiversity Framework. Browse the data š https://t.co/499gmPtowg
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The World Bankās new open-access biodiversity databaseābuilt from over 600,000 species recordsāhelps integrate conservation into infrastructure planning. By combining species distribution data with...
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Our Table for 10 Billion podcast episode talks about how Viet Nam is growing rice better. The country is planning 1 million hectares of rice fields using less resources, increase farmersā income, and better for the environment. Listen here: https://t.co/K9GGGx5rFz
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š²The Community Driven Development App helps communities plan and follow their development projects more easily. It supports: ā”ļøBetter data sharing ā”ļøMore inclusive planning ā”ļøCoordination among partners. š https://t.co/OJbBiTfVQJ
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š Podcast alert: Environmental decline isn't just ecologicalāit's economic. Richard Damania, Chief Economist @WorldBank, breaks down the "Reboot Development" report and what it means for our planet's future. 18 minutes worth your time š§ https://t.co/XmsXZLL1bI
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By 2050, the number of urban poor exposed to dangerous heat could increase by 700%. Cities need practical tools for resilience and sustainable cooling. Start with the @WorldBank Handbook on Urban Heat Management: https://t.co/nCHjeJBhEv
#WorldCitiesDay
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In Zagreb, IFC is helping the city avoid 132K tons of landfill waste and make its urban infrastructure more resilient. Learn more: https://t.co/zOJDF8N7Tr
@IFC_ECA #WorldCitiesDay #CitiesThatWork
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The World Bank and BirdLife International are joining forces to scale-up conservation of the African-Eurasian Flyway (AEF). Join the partnership launch on Nov 4 to learn more about the initiative. More info: https://t.co/7e8SJDmQot Register here: https://t.co/2dHYdh9pSY
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Only 28% of municipal wastewater is treated in Indian cities, posing health and environmental risks. Improving efficiency through green water storage, rainwater harvesting, and wastewater recycling can significantly reduce these risks. š https://t.co/hf9Imozlx9
#WorldCitiesDay
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Our land, water & air are degradingāand it's hitting economies hard. The @WorldBank's Richard Damania discusses solutions for a #LivablePlanet in this must-listen 18-min episode. Perfect for geographers, economists & anyone who cares about our future. https://t.co/FW1uLJv4T0
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Traditional economic models often miss the hidden costs of losing forests & other ecosystems. New models can help policymakers see how healthy ecosystems support jobs, boost GDP, & build climate resilienceāmaking natureās value visible in economic terms. https://t.co/DCGDLonP0B
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New World Bank report offers the first regional overview of forest extent, condition & ecosystem service values across 6 #CongoBasin countries: Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Rep. of Congo. https://t.co/kFlNzFRPvz
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From national development plans to climate reports, #Uganda is embedding nature into its economic future with the help of the Global Program on Sustainability. Learn more: https://t.co/0kNnJRT85t
#GPS_WorldBank #NaturalCapital
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TOMORROW: Join the #AmazonSustainableLandscapes Program for a webinar to celebrate its 10 years of collaboration and impact across the Amazon. šļø October 30 | 10:30 AM ET š Register: https://t.co/mZERgv2ViD
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When cyclones struck Mozambique in 2019, #CoFinancing supported recovery. The @WorldBank, @DutchMFA & @KfW co-financed a $250M project blending engineering & nature-based solutions to protect Beira from future storms. šRead more in our new report: https://t.co/4gNewq2gBN
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#CongoBasin forests hold trillions in untapped value: @WorldBank report calls for strategic global investment. The value of forest ecosystem services nearly doubled in just two decades, rising from $590 billion in 2000 to $1.15 trillion in 2020: https://t.co/iSJVo2isNT
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Discover how the @WorldBank Groupās trust funds are accelerating investments in nature-based tourismācreating jobs, strengthening local economies, and conserving natural areas: https://t.co/GAq1VdP4Ea
#PROBLUE_Ocean #WB_PROGREEN #GPS_WorldBank
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