World Bank approves US$11.5 million grant financing to Tuvalu to improve climate and disaster risk assessment, monitoring, and emergency response, with immediate funds available in case of a natural disaster
Tag: climate change
Climate adaptation costs exceed Paris pledge- Kiribati President Maamau told UN General Assembly
Kiribati President urged countries to put more funds beyond the global pledge agreed to in Paris as projected cost for climate adaptation has significantly increased
New Vanuatu road design guide builds climate resilience into nation’s road network
New Vanuatu Road Design Guide to improve the nation’s road network ability to withstand climate-related impacts like extreme rainfall and sea level rise
Climate action, not more promises- FSM President Simina told 78th UN General Assembly
“We don’t need more promises. What we need is action. For promises to turn into policy and for policy to turn into proactive steps towards real solutions.” – Micronesian President told UNGA
The existential threat climate change poses to Pacific nations presented at International Tribunal
SPC presented urgent scientific evidence on the devastating impact of climate change on Pacific marine environments to the ITLOS, emphasising the need for rapid decarbonisation and greenhouse gas emission reduction
Cook Islands advocate for climate action funding for innovative Pacific-tailored solutions at UNGA
Cook Islands PM continues to advocate for climate action funding for innovative Pacific-tailored solutions, emphasising the importance of climate finance for the Pacific region
Marshall Islands President calls on the world to declare war on climate change
“It is time for eloquence of actions. Let deeds, not words be our operating principle.” Marshall Islands President told 78th UNGA as the fate of low-lying island nations, including his own, is in jeopardy due to climate change
Kiwa Initiative launches second round of project proposals for Pacific
Kiwa Initiative opens a new call for proposals to 19 eligible countries in the Pacific, which runs from 20 September to 12 November 2023, to enhance climate resilience in the Pacific through Nature-based Solutions
Tuvalu Constitution updated: culture, climate change and decolonisation
Tuvalu’s parliament unanimously passed the Constitution of Tuvalu Act 2023, incorporating crucial amendments on climate change, governance stability, judicial reform, and rights and culture set to take effect on 1 October
Fiji’s PM champions Climate Justice at UN General Assembly
Fiji’s PM calls upon global leaders to not only reduce emissions but also support vulnerable communities and foster climate resilience