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Explore a comprehensive collection of publications, reports, and documents that focus on disaster risk and resilience.

These resources offer insights, best practices, and research aimed at mitigating the impact of disasters. Whether you're seeking the latest research, policy recommendations, or case studies, this library supports knowledge sharing and informed decision-making in building safer, more resilient communities.

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Zimbabwe: National climate policy

The National Climate Policy formulation was based on and guided by robust science, stakeholder consultations, review of the current plans, strategies and policies, legal and regulatory analysis.
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Peril and promise: Tackling climate change in Latin America and the Caribbean

This book delves into the dual reality of climate change which presents both a critical threat and a unique opportunity for progress in Latin America and the Caribbean, showing that climate action is fundamentally development action.
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Urban flash flood hazard mapping using machine learning, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

This paper explores the use of machine learning (ML) techniques to map flood hazards based on readily available geo-environmental variables.
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Predicting burn probability: Metamodels support strategic landscape decision making

This paper presents the development of an artificial neural network "metamodel" that can predict the burn probability outputs of computationally expensive process-based fire simulation models.
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Entry points for integrating gender considerations in resilient infrastructure

This report presents a strategic framework for incorporating gender perspectives into resilient infrastructure development, focusing on building inclusive and equitable transportation, water, and energy sectors.
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Future cities demand smart and equitable infrastructure resilience modeling perspectives

The study calls for a shift in infrastructure resilience modeling toward smart and equitable approaches. By integrating AI and addressing biases, it aims for a better prediction accuracy and development of smart and resilient future cities for all.
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Vulnerability assessment of English and Welsh coastal areas

This study assesses coastal risks in Dawlish, Happisburgh, and Aberystwyth, revealing high vulnerability and urging targeted protections, integrated management, and future national mapping for resilience.
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No escape – On the frontlines of climate change, conflict and forced displacement

The report warns that climate change intensifies risks for over 120 million displaced people, most in heavily climate-impacted countries. Urgent action is needed to invest in resilience, include their voices, protect them legally, and reduce emissions.

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