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After the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria in 2017, the Caribbean island of Dominica chose to take radical action in the face of climate change: become the first climate-resilient nation in the world. Now, they have a plan to make that vision a reality. “Climate Blueprint: Dominica”, a documentary by ODI and Twenty Twenty Studios, explores what it really means for a small island in the Caribbean to become climate-resilient while still reeling from the impacts of colonialism, slavery, natural resource extraction and environmental degradation. It imagines what a resilient future could look like, and how Small Island Developing States (SIDS) can be a model and resource for the rest of the world on climate ambition and resilient design. The documentary – presented and co-produced by ODI Senior Research Fellow Emily Wilkinson, alongside Director and Producer Sarah Gerber Howard – comes after the introduction of the UN Loss and Damage Fund, which has increased attention towards examples of adaptation and resilience from those on the frontlines, such as Dominica. On 30 November, we are pleased to premier this short new documentary to an invited audience and members of the public at Rich Mix in Tower Hamlets, London. Following the screening, a short Q&A will be held with the film-makers and CEO of the CREAD - Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica). #ClimateBlueprintDominica #ClimateResilience #COP28

I want to express my deep solidarity with the people of the nations affected by Hurricane Beryl. In a time of growing climate crises, please read my recent *short-form* blog on my experience with FutureLearn regarding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and how we can incorporate propositions, designed to mitigate the disastrous consequences of climate change, into our everyday lives and inspire wider societal advocation for pro-environmental practices. Taking Action to Support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: A Personal Journey 👇.

Imagine a world where the rhythm of nature is drowned by the drumbeats of war, a world where the struggle for survival propels us into a dance of desperation. The winds of change carry not only whispers of environmental upheaval but also the sobering echoes of battles fought over diminishing resources. Let us recognize that the fight against climate change is not only for the preservation of our planet but for the safeguarding of our shared humanity. In the face of adversity, let us rise as one, transcending borders and divisions, for it is in unity that we shall compose a new symphony—a harmonious coexistence with nature and with one another. #YourPlanetEarth #planetearth #saveenvironment #ClimateChange

On January 20, participants of the Creative Society project, people from #LatinAmerica, #Spain, and the #UnitedStates synchronized their actions to massively and loudly declare the urgent need to create a single international scientific center to address the climate threat to our humanity. Participants from different cities talked to people on the streets of their cities as well as live on social media about what each of us can do to ensure that our humanity has a beautiful future ⚡️ 📌 Learn more about the true causes of climate change, as well as ways out, from the international online forum "Global Crisis. The Responsibility". Watch uncensored on the Rumble platform: 🟢 rumble.com/v3z27ij-global… 🔴 https://lnkd.in/eZgMuHBD ✅ Send your questions about the Creative Society project in the comments. 🙏We are also looking forward to hearing about your examples of sharing information with people about the need to solve the climate crisis! #ShareYourStory #CreativeSociety #GlobalCrisis #Responsibility #ActNow #SPEAKUP #climatecrisis #climatechange #Climate #Latin #America #US #USA #winter #January #SundayVibes #SundayMorning #SundayMotivation #SundayThoughts #SundayFunday #NationalHuggingDay #news

📢TUNE IN TONIGHT. The premiere of our film "Island Action, Global Goals: Can the #GlobalStocktake change the Caribbean's climate future" will be premiering tonight at 8PM (AST) on CNC3 ❗❗ 📍Here's a snippet of the #Kalinagos Community in #Dominica as they remain resilient in their traditions amidst the trials of climate change. 🌴In smaller islands, there are challenges to employing #adaptation strategies, but there are several pathways to build #resilience and improve adaptation outcomes including embedding #Indigenous knowledge and traditions in decision-making processes. 🌱Ferdison Valmond of the Kalinago community in Dominica sheds light on how the knowledge of the Indigenous can be used as a roadmap to navigate the challenges of climate change and natural disasters. #Kalinago #Indigineous #Sustainability #Sustainablepractices #ClimateChange #HurricaneMaria #dominica

🌐 Step into the harsh reality where the climate of conflict collides with our planet's delicate balance. Wars aren't just battles on battlegrounds, they extend their reach to the very climate we depend on. From scorched earth tactics to resource exploitation, conflict leaves a lasting imprint on our environment💔. Witness the urgency as we unravel the intricate ties between war and climate, a connection often overlooked. It's time to confront this stark reality, to advocate for peace not just for humanity but for the planet. Be the designers of change, developing a future where the climate of conflict transforms into a climate of harmony. 🕊️🌍 #climatechange #Mars #greenenergy #greencongo #ngo #greencongofoundation #DRC #savetrees #protectplanet #Africa #pollutionfree

🗺️ BeyondSnow: Unveiling the Vulnerability Map Did you know that understanding how vulnerable our mountain regions are to climate change is essential for their resilience? The BeyondSnow project is creating a Vulnerability Map, a tool that will empower mountain communities to assess their climate change vulnerability and make better choices for the future of their territories. In this video, Andrea Omizzolo of Eurac Research explains how the map is made and its benefits. The Vulnerability Map will be further refined with local communities in our ten pilot areas to ensure the most accurate picture possible. It will then be made freely available to all communities across the Alpine arc.

🌿 Looking forward to finding out more about the climate innovation pioneers from across the UK and Africa whose ground-breaking solutions have been selected as finalists in the prestigious Ashden Awards this coming June. 🚀 THUNK Radio will be featuring them and more in the brand new series Who'd Have THUNK It? that goes in the search of the innovations that are leading the way on climate action. 💡 Read more about the finalists here https://lnkd.in/euurqEsZ and hear more about them on THUNK Radio in the coming weeks and months. 🌎#environment #climateaction #climatechange #climateinnovation #sustainablebusiness #sustainablesolutions #globalsouth #ukinnovation

I am only halfway through this and can already say it is a must read. Akshat Rathi's storytelling breaks down meaty topics like crowding private capital into climate solutions into easy to understand sentences. Also, in one or two paragraphs he has been able to explain how solar cells and carbon capture technologies work - it's high level but now I understand and can stop pestering the engineers and scientists I work with.

National parks, once symbols of America's pioneering spirit, now face a dire future in the wake of climate change. Glaciers are melting in Glacier National Park, the giant trees of Sequoia National Park are being consumed by flames, and even the resilient cacti of Saguaro National Park are struggling in the face of relentless drought. It's a lot to take in... But amidst the devastation, there's a glimmer of hope. Native American tribes, like the Tohono O'odham and the Blackfeet Nation, are fighting to protect their sacred lands. They're showing us that we can adapt and find solutions even in the face of adversity. #ClimateAction #ClimateChange #NationalParks #Environmentalism