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The tsunami of 26 December 2004 was one of the worst natural disasters in recent memory. Six months after the tragedy, the rebuilding and recovery process has provided an opportunity for the health sectors in the affected countries, assisted by the World

The Himalayan mountain range extend from east to west in a massive arc for about 2,500 km with a width of 230 to 350 km. The Himalaya is the highest mountain range in the workd, containing 10 of the world's 14 peaks over 8,000 masl, and more than 40 peals

This manual explains how the choice of appropriate design and construction methods and sustainable materials and technologies during the planning, implementation and maintenance phases of reconstruction can protect natural resources and reduce energy consumption and pollution. Sustainable reconstruction management provides numerous environmental, safety and financial benefits.

This publication presents the findings and results of the 'International Workshop on Flash Floods and Sustainable Development in the Himalayas' organised by ICIMOD, the China Meteorological Administration (CMA), and the World Meteorological Organization

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change secretariat has produced this book to highlight the concerns and needs of developing countries in adapting to the effects of climate change.
It outlines the impact of climate change in four

This regional induction workshop was intended to design an action plan for capacity building. It was held at the start of the proposed anchoring strategy of the Sustainable Cities Programme (SCP), Phase II, and brought together capacity building

This document is a ‘how-to’ reference manual for all stakeholders engaged in development at all levels, who in their daily work need to understand basic concepts, terminologies, methodologies and available tools to address their risks. It provides

This briefing paper provides a synthesis of key lessons learnt from evaluations of relief and recovery responses to past slow-onset disasters – particularly drought, and food and livelihoods insecurity. The paper is intended for people working in relief