The National Research Foundation (NRF) has welcomed the announcement of a $92 million investment into the International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation. The Canada Research Coordinating Committee is part of a consortium of research funders who work with the NRF under the International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation. Funding and local research into climate change adaptation and mitigation strategiesTwo other local projects under the initiative are funded by the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF). NRF CEO, Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, said the financial boost to the International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation comes at an opportune time. The funding will propel these research projects to greater heights.”The International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation requires that projects address at least two of the eight representative key risks identified in the sixth assessment report of the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 05, 2024 19:42 UTC