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Climate change, beyond the politicians
In Bangladesh and elsewhere, people are devoted to tackling climate change – regardless of what world leaders do this week[quotes quotes_style=”bquotes” quotes_pos=”center”]In memory of Prof Saleemul Huq, let’s revisit an article he wrote back in 2009 about his plans to set up the International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD). Now, we all deeply realize how dedicated he worked for all of us and for this world, from then until his last breath.[/quotes]…
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In 2023 we’ve seen climate destruction in real time, yet rich countries are poised to do little at Cop28
As another big climate conference looms and global ‘loss and damage’ takes hold, we must keep pressure on the biggest emitters Prof Saleemul Huq died on 28 October, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He was 71. This is his final piece of writing [quotes quotes_style=”bquotes” quotes_pos=”center”]Prof Saleemul Huq OBE and I wrote and submitted this article before…
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‘A titan of the climate movement’: tributes pour in for Saleemul Huq
Huq, ‘a visionary and climate champion’, who was named one of the top 10 scientists in the world by Nature last year, has died at 71
Tributes have poured in from around for world for the renowned Bangladeshi scientist Prof Saleemul Huq, who died on 29 October. Huq, 71, was an acclaimed academic, a relentless climate activist and the director of the International Centre for Climate Change & Development (ICCCAD), a research and capacity-building organisation in Bangladesh. Shahab Uddin, the Bangladeshi…
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Saleemul Huq was and will remain one of our strongest voices for the climate
The fight against climate change is difficult even at the best of times. But this week began with the loss of one of the foremost warriors in this fight. My first encounter with the maverick, Dr Saleemul Huq, happened about a decade ago. I had already been working for many years in the remotest, most…
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The death of a climate justice pioneer
The editorial team at The Daily Star is shocked and deeply saddened by the death of eminent climate expert and scientist Dr Saleemul Huq OBE. He passed away earlier today due to massive cardiac arrest. Dr Huq was 71 years old and had been in hospital for treatment, as per our last email correspondence with him on October 11.…
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Tribute To Prof Saleemul Huq: A towering scholar of exceptional brilliance
The fact that he was one of the leading global experts on climate change and an integral part of nearly every international and regional group of any worth anywhere is something one would never know by talking to him. He was as modest as he was brilliant. He was extremely self-effacing and shy to the…
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Professor Saleemul Huq OBE (1952-2023) | a Book of Remembrance by IIED
[quotes quotes_style=”bquotes” quotes_pos=”center”]It is with deep sadness that we share news of the passing of Professor Saleemul Huq, senior fellow, IIED. This book of remembrance is open to all who wish to share their memories of Saleem.[/quotes] Originally this article was published on 29 October 2023 at IIED . Professor Saleemul Huq was an environmental…
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Climate scientist Saleemul Huq no more
Professor Saleemul Huq OBE, a leading global figure in climate change research and policy, passed away in the early hours today, in Dhaka. He was 71. Family sources said he passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. He is survived by his wife Kashana Huq, son Saqib Huq, and daughter Sadaf Huq. His namaz-e-janaza…
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Climate Tribune | August 2023
Climate Tribune | August 2023 Articles in the series Bangladesh Unbowed: Chronicles of Resilience from the Climate Frontlines by Abul Bashar Rahman and Rifat Abrar Anik Missing Voices from Bangladesh: Empowering Child Representation at COP28 by Aruba Faruque Youth in Climate Action by Joyee Chakma and Naznine Nahar Rising Voices: The Power of Youth Action…
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Event Report | Roundtable on Climate Change in the Build Up to the COP28 with the United Arab Emirates
This publication briefly includes the discussion from the Roundtable on Climate Change in the Build Up to the Conference of Parties (COP28)cwith the United Arab Emirates. This publication has been compiled from the notes taken by the respective rapporteurs. The publication is a summary from the organizer’s point of view and does not necessarily express…
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Call for Application – Grant for Masters in Climate Change
Grant for Masters in Climate Change or Relevant Subject Background With climate change impact accelerating, it has become evident that vulnerable communities and countries in the Global South are affected most. Every year, the most vulnerable communities and countries are exposed to severe losses and damages caused by the impacts of human-induced climate change. The…
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Call for Application –Researcher Fellowship Grant 2023
ICCCAD IFSD Researcher Fellowship Grant 2023 Background With climate change impact accelerating, it has become evident that vulnerable communities and countries in the Global South are affected most. Every year, the most vulnerable communities and countries are exposed to severe losses and damages caused by human induced climate change. The impact and the resulting losses…