Country Taking On The Challenge Of Climate Change

Posted on September 1, 2009 by sharma laxman

Climate change is a hot topic in Nepal now as studies show that many people in the country are facing hunger due to frequent droughts and melting glaciers are also threatening millions. The country heavily depends on tourism and agriculture to sustain its economy and climate change could seriously hurt these two sectors.

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Oxfam warning over Nepal climate

Posted on August 28, 2009 by sharma laxman

International aid agency Oxfam has warned that millions of rural poor in Nepal could face hunger as a result of climate change. A report says that poor harvests, water shortages and extreme temperatures will put pressure on millions of Nepalis already living below the poverty line.

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