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Time to defend science under attack

In an age of “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories, protecting trust in science is crucial.

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare could retain power on April 17, but who stands in his way of making history?

The nuclear debate powers ahead

Navigating expanded nuclear power generation will require stronger and better safeguards while making sensible use of new technologies.

Managing fire the traditional way

Fire fighting methods used successfully for generations in Australia can help more communities globally counter the threat of wildfires.

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Indigenous farming knowledge is science, not superstition

The Indigenous people’s respect for the land and their traditional agricultural practices can teach us to adapt to extreme weather conditions.

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Connection to Country has role in climate adaptation

Building resilience by sharing Indigenous knowledge on climate change strategies can benefit all Australians.

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One size does not fit all in Pacific climate adaptation

Indigenous knowledge has helped guide Pacific Islanders’ resilience and adaptation to changing climates for centuries, but it is still often overlooked.

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Why we need to wake up the snake

The solution is before us: integrating Western and Indigenous law creates a path to a better future.

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Old tribal law can protect sealife at risk from climate change

A Moluccan tribal tradition helps protect marine resources under threat from climate change

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The key to future climate adaptation is to tap past knowledge

Climate-resilient agricultural knowledge has always been there among Indigenous groups, we just need to learn from them.

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What we can learn from the Semai people to protect against climate change

In Malaysia, the Indigenous concept of badi is not superstition or taboo, it’s about respecting the land, environment and wildlife to avoid negative impacts.

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Sustainability in action: the Karen peoples’ farming system

By having a seven to ten-year farming system, the Karen people in Thailand show how to create a sustainable environment and help the climate.

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Indigenous lessons

Indigenous knowledge can help us better adapt to and mitigate climate change.

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Leaving a lasting ocean legacy

Island communities have developed some of the most effective practices to support the sustainable use of coastal and ocean resources, we just need to take heed.

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Time to defend science under attack

Your quick guide to the Solomon Islands elections

The nuclear debate powers ahead

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Indigenous farming knowledge is science, not superstition

Connection to Country has role in climate adaptation

One size does not fit all in Pacific climate adaptation

Why we need to wake up the snake

Old tribal law can protect sealife at risk from climate change

The key to future climate adaptation is to tap past knowledge

What we can learn from the Semai people to protect against climate change

Sustainability in action: the Karen peoples’ farming system

Indigenous lessons

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