Reducing methane emissions from rice farming by ClimateRe

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Naveed Imran Apr 15, 2016 04:25 Catalyst 1 \| Share via:	This project lacks innovation as the actions discussed have already been taken in many countries.
Avery Resor May 20, 2016 08:42 Fellow 2 \| Share via:	Dear Juna Shrestha and ClimateRe team, Thank you for submitting your proposal to the Land Use contest. I would like to remind you that you only have a few more days to complete and update your proposal before the contest deadline of May 23rd. Keep up the good work and please let us know if you have any questions. Best wishes, Avery Climate CoLab Land Use Fellow
Benjamin Huber Jun 23, 2016 02:57 Member 3 \| Share via:	Proposal contributor It is true that System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is a proven alternative rice growing method. However, key challenge is not the technology itself, but rather the wider adaption by farmers (behavioral change) and a sustainable finance mechanism. All these issues are addressed in this proposal, with high chance for a successful up-scaling to other parts of the world.
Benjamin Huber Jun 23, 2016 02:57 Member 4 \| Share via:	Proposal contributor It is true that System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is a proven alternative rice growing method. However, key challenge is not the technology itself, but rather the wider adaption by farmers (behavioral change) and a sustainable finance mechanism. All these issues are addressed in this proposal, with high chance for a successful up-scaling to other parts of the world.
Prem Gurung Jun 24, 2016 08:09 Member 5 \| Share via:	SRI is not only appropriate for Nepal in reducing methane gas emission but equally important in enhancing family food security. The Nepalese average rice yield (3 tons/ha) is the lowest in Asia which could be significantly increased through SRI method, thereby, reducing annual rice import as well as dependence on foreign food aids. This is a rare opportunity for the agricultural agency of the Nepalese government to actually realize the huge benefits of SRI against the backdrop of weakening family food security and diverse adverse effects of climate change that is seriously affecting economy and the overall growth and development of the country.