Clayco’s Post

How can we leverage cross-sectoral partnerships to offset flood risks and enhance urban liveability? 🌊 Flooding is one of the most destructive natural hazards worldwide, posing significant risks to human health and safety. It leads to the degradation of adjacent waters and results in more than $40 billion in damages annually (OECD - OCDE 2016). With projected increased frequency of extreme precipitation and storm events associated with climate change, these problems will become even more acute. That is why Brooklyn College and Ramboll recently kicked off their unique partnership for positive impact to meet urban water and climate challenges in NYC, Copenhagen, and beyond! In this cross-sectoral collaboration, we aim to gain a better understanding of overlapping environmental and human-made flood risks as well as how to mitigate these risks using local and nature-based solutions. Highlights of this cross-sectoral partnership are: 🌱Green workforce development 🌟Workplace immersion and internships 🌍International experience and knowledge exchange 🧠Collaborative research, communication, and translation of new nature-based design knowledge and innovation into practice for climate adaptation.

#Climatechange poses a growing threat to people and the planet. In a new blog, Betty Nen, a research associate intern with FHI 360’s environment team, explores how governments can better integrate Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into all aspects of #climatepolicy and programs. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yhjWbk

From the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, majoring in #EnvironmentalScience and sustainable systems management, let us introduce #SummerIntern Kiersten Wille! 🙋♀️ Check out her perspective on our #InternshipProgram. 👇 http://ms.spr.ly/6048lOptY

The United Nations World Oceans Day conference on June 7th took place at the UNHQ in New York with hundreds of participants in attendance to highlight the urgent need for collective action to protect our oceans. Through insightful discussions, innovative solutions, and inspiring performances, the event emphasized the importance of storytelling, inclusive governance, and sustainable economic practices in addressing the challenges facing our marine environments. The call to integrate Indigenous knowledge, foster intergenerational collaboration, and promote proactive investments underscores the multifaceted approach required to ensure a thriving future for our oceans and the planet. Peace Boat US Director Emilie McGlone supported the event as the Coordinator of the Friends of UN World Oceans Day working group, bringing together civil society and various partners to celebrate this year’s theme of “Awaken New Depths.” Our summer intern team also attended the event and are now planning for the upcoming celebration onboard the Peace Boat this weekend to celebrate the grand finale of World Oceans Week! The knowledge on the ocean's dire state is clear. Still, each year humanity continues to make shallow and short-sighted decisions that further the likelihood of the ocean's, as well as our own, demise. We don't have time for "out of sight, out of mind." Our relationship to the ocean needs to urgently change, and our efforts have only skimmed the surface to date. To motivate widespread momentum for the ocean, we need to awaken new depths. #WOD #oceans #WorldOceansDay2024 #peaceboatus @unworldoceansday @oceanicglobal @soalliance @blueplanetalliance @missionblue

Over the past six weeks I have assisted Prof. Knight from The University of Manchester in his research on climate denial and conspiracy theories. I conducted several case studies on accounts known to spread conspiratorial content, ranging from popular podcast hosts like Jordan B. Peterson to institutions of alternative climate science like The Heartland Institute, to analyze how claims of climate denial have changed since the early 2000s and how climate denial interacts with conspiracy theories. As an advocate for climate justice it was both very frustrating and interesting to engage with arguments of climate denial so intensely over the course of several weeks. Three important insights from this internship: 🍃 Claims of climate denial often stem from economic, food, or energy insecurity. The cost of living crisis has increased this insecurity in many societies. If we want people to support climate policies and act for climate justice, we have to address these concerns in our work. 📈Explanation and clarification of research methods is important! Not everyone is familiar with standard procedures of data analysis. If we don’t explain and clarify our methods, including the justification and limitations of data modification, we make it easy for our research to be criticized and for people to distrust our results. 💬 Discuss and communicate. Engaging with people of different political beliefs can be frustrating and difficult but only through discussion can we understand where the other is coming from and find ways to continue together, enhancing democracy and trust in politics.

There are still a couple of weeks left in August: National Make-a-Will Month. It's time to make sure equitable climate solutions are part of your legacy! You may already have a will. Perhaps you have been planning to update it. When you include EESI in your will or name us as a beneficiary of your IRA or 401(k), you can make a positive difference in so many ways! Your legacy would include: 🌎 Providing opportunities for the next generation of climate leaders through EESI’s paid internships and scholarship program 🌎 Delivering affordable clean energy to households and small businesses in rural areas 🌎 Informing the climate debate on Capitol Hill by giving members of Congress and their staff science-based, nonpartisan educational resources Learn more about how to make an enduring impact with planned giving: https://lnkd.in/emSw7Dnd #ClimateCharity #Legacy #MakeAWillMonth #ClimateAction #BeTheChange

As deadly and destructive storms like Hurricane Helene demonstrate time and again, it’s more critical than ever for the insurance industry to do more about the underlying causes of climate change. One of our highlights during #ClimateWeekNYC was an important discussion we held with about 60 insurance companies, brokers and other climate experts on the opportunities and innovations available to insurers to take on the climate challenge — from helping to reduce the risk of deploying clean energy innovations, to engaging with their clients to support clean energy transitions, to rebuilding with a climate lens. As EDF's Lea Borkenhagen, PhD put it, “The insurance sector needs to act because the insurance business model depends on the longevity of all the businesses they insure. And we want them to act because insurers have the ability – through their policies, pricing, and risk assessments – to mobilize their clients to act on climate change.”  The discussions we had with insurers this week will inform our emerging work on insurance. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e--niSWp

Delve into the Dynamic Evolution of Caribbean Plantations through Mckel Ferrol's Capstone Project. Trace the journey from historical roots to contemporary landscapes following the era of slavery. Immerse yourself in the intricate history and profound changes that have shaped the rich heritage of the Caribbean. Explore the full project at: https://lnkd.in/dFq_xeGc For more enlightening projects, visit: https://lnkd.in/d8UcCDpQ . . '.. #CreateCaribbean #Caribbean #academicexcellence #techempowerment #betterCaribbean #caribbean #Antigua #Barbuda #ClimateEconomics #EconomicImpact #SustainabilityStudies #EnvironmentalEconomics #LearningExperience #ClimateChangeInsights #KnowledgeJourney #InternshipBlog #GreenEconomy #EconomicResearch #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #GrowthThroughLearning #ClimateSolutions #EconomicExploration 🌍📈✨

Check out the final Tides of Opportunity video of the series!

Public transportation is more than just getting from point A to point B. It's a lifeline for our communities, offering equitable access to essential services, reducing environmental impact by lowering gas emissions, and making education more affordable—especially for international students. Let’s keep supporting sustainable and accessible transportation, and check out our article by our international student intern, Camila Valle Lacerda: https://rtdden.co/4dwJVvb