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The sprint is on. USAID and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have announced a Global Sprint of Action on Extreme Heat to raise awareness around the issue, culminating on June 2 with Heat Action Day. From now until then, we’re calling on governments, philanthropy, civil society, and youth to take actions that help prepare communities for extreme heat and to increase resilience to the impacts that cannot be avoided. Urgent action is needed. Last year was the hottest on record. And climate experts predict extreme heat events will continue to increase in frequency, resulting in more lives lost and an increased risk of droughts and wildfires.
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Digital Feature
In “Superfoods for a Super Forest,” read how Bruno and entrepreneurs like him in the Amazon are restoring the rainforest while growing their businesses. “The economic equation we have does not work without nature,” he says.
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Collaborating with USAID
The Africa Trade Desk is open for business. USAID launched the new platform, which is a public-private partnership between Prosper Africa and Afritex Ventures that aims to bridge the gap between African suppliers and U.S. retailers.
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Did You Know...
“Planet vs. Plastics” is not the latest movie blockbuster—but maybe it should be. It is, however, this year’s Earth Day theme. USAID is cheering for the planet by announcing an additional $35.7 million for our flagship Save Our Seas Initiative.
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