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Climate Change and Water (July 28, 2023) - World - ReliefWeb

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Climate Change and Water (July 28, 2023) - World | ReliefWeb

Climate change expresses itself through water. Nine out of ten natural disasters are water-related. Water-related climate risks cascade through food, energy, urban and environmental systems. If we are to achieve climate and development goals, water must be at the core of adaptation strategies.

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