Earth Day 2021 - Vietnam
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At USAID, assisting Vietnam to address climate change remains one of our highest priorities. Time is of the essence: with its long and densely populated coast, Vietnam is one of the top five countries likely to be most affected by climate change.
Earth Day 2021 - Egypt
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Ancient Egyptians referred to the Nile river as the “key of life.” And where there is water, there is life. It is key to our very survival as climate change is affecting us all on a daily basis. With more than one million Egyptians born every five months, it is vital that available resources keep pace with the growing population.
Earth Day 2021 - Bangladesh
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How is USAID combating climate change in Bangladesh? As you know Bangladesh is one of the most climate vulnerable countries in the World USAID and the Government of Bangladesh share a strong and long-standing partnership to combat the effects of climate change.
Earth Day 2021 - Nepal
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Nepal may be a small sized country but its climate is as diverse and as beautiful as its culture and its people. However, its erosion-prone mountains, its heavy monsoon rains, uncontrolled burning and forest fires, the impact of which you should be able to see behind me with the fog, makes the country especially vulnerable to climate change.
Preserving the Past, Creating the Future
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USAID is partnering with the Government of Egypt, Takween Integrated Community Development, and local businesses to bring historic Esna back to life, creating jobs and increasing incomes.