New publication shows index insurance has potential to help manage climate risks and reduce poverty
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 - 02:49
in Health & Medicine
June 24/Geneva -- Climate has always presented a challenge to farmers, herders, fishermen and others whose livelihoods are closely linked to their environment, particularly those in poor areas of the world.
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