Climate Expert Outlines Policy Recommendations for India's Resilience Against Extreme…
What happened
Arunabha Ghosh, a climate expert and CEO of CEEW, is discussing the economic impact of climate change in India. He is also involved in the book, *Water, Nature, Progress: Solutions for a New India*, published by HarperCollins India. The book offers policymakers a guide on how to build resilience against extreme weather, urging cities to invest in blue-green infrastructure.
Why it matters
The expert's recommendations are made against the backdrop of serious environmental challenges, including the recent tragedy in Nepal. The book's context includes the high alert status of border districts in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh due to potential cascading flood effects. The discussions are relevant as Mr. Iyer is executive director at the World Bank representing India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan.
Who's involved
- Arunabha GhoshClimate Expert and CEO of CEEW, discussing policy recommendations for India.
- Natural Resources Defense CouncilEnvironmental advocacy group whose founder is Arunabha Ghosh.
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Arunabha Ghosh
Climate Expert & CEO of CEEW
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