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In the tropical Pacific Ocean, people depend on fish far more than in most parts of the world. Economies are built around the tuna industry and pearl cultivation, and coast- and riverside-dwelling locals rely on what they catch for food. Climate change …
The Ecosystem-Based Management (EBM) Tools Network is pleased to announce that it will host a very special webinar on Finding the Right Tool(s) for Coastal Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Planning on Tuesday, March 12, at 2 …
Outcomes of the Roundtable 4 – 6 March 2013 - Honiara, Solomon Islands Background to roundtable: The Solomon Islands is a resource rich small island developing state. Many of the people are directly dependent on the environment for livelihoods. This …
According to Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III, the Commander of U.S. Forces Pacific: Significant upheaval related to the warming planet "is probably the most likely thing that is going to happen . . . that will cripple the security environment, …
Beset by subtle biases, women are struggling to find their place in academia, with consequences for all of us In surprising numbers, women in climate science in particular and the physical sciences in general are abandoning academic careers. The reasons …
Department blong Geohazards oli Report long Green House Gas emissions long ol volcano blong Vanuatu! "We report on one such region—the Vanuatu island arc, in the Southwest Pacific—for which we now have sufficient systematic observations to offer a …
U.S. Peace Corps Small Project Assistance (SPA) for Adaptation , a new USAID/Pacific Islands project recently awarded in Sept 2012 FY13-FY17 This project will extend USAID’s reach to remote communities by supporting the following efforts of Peace Corps …
Mangrove Rehabilitation for Sustainably-Managed, Healthy Forests (MARSH) , a new USAID/Pacific Islands project recently awarded in Sept 2012 FY13-FY17 This project seeks to restore degraded mangrove areas that have demonstrated resilience to climate …
In December 2010, the United Nations General Assembly declared 2013 as the United Nations International Year of Water Cooperation ( Resolution A/RES/65/154 ). In reflection of this declaration, the 2013 World Water Day, which will take place on 22 March …
In December 2010, the United Nations General Assembly declared 2013 as the United Nations International Year of Water Cooperation ( Resolution A/RES/65/154 ). In reflection of this declaration, the 2013 World Water Day, which will take place on 22 March …
“Talofa, Today marks a special day for all of us as we commemorate International Women’s Day. The theme for 2013 is The Gender Agenda Gaining Momentum . In reflecting upon the role of women and our Pacific environment I was drawn to the vital role of …
Type: On-line course Duration: 6 weeks Programme area: Environment, policy development Event focal point email: escap-ggcdp@un.org Websites: www.greengrowth.org The objective of the “Fundamentals of Green Growth” training course is to introduce …
PORT VILA CHINESE CLUB WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION VANUATU NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN VANUATU INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S GROUP NATIONAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT OFFICE VANUATU METEOROLOGICAL AND GEOHAZARDS DEPARTMENT SPC-GIZ CLIMATE CHANGE VANUATU Are joining hands to …
28 February 2013: Referencing a recent report from the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO), an op-ed from leaders of the World Food Programme (WFP), the Consultative Group on International …
Climate Change and CDM in Vanuatu Vanuatu is among the countries in the Pacific region that are most vulnerable to the risks of climate change, climate variability and sea level rise. The livelihood of people and economy are inter-woven, shaped and driven …
PACC Vanuatu THEMATIC AREA: COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT "Demonstrating the integration of climate change risk reduction in road design in Epi, Shefa Province" Climate Change has brought increased precipitation and stronger storm surges to …
Job Code Title: National Programme Officer Pre-classified Grade: ICS 9 (NOB) Supervisor: Project Coordinator - Pacific Risk Resilience Program, …
Women, climate change and food security Climate change will require people to adapt their behaviour. Sounds logical, but it is amazing how quickly people can disappear from focus when the discussion moves to how much taro yields might decrease with …
The UNFCCC Secretariat has released the report of the 18th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 18), which was held in Doha, Qatar, from 27 November-7 December 2012. The report (FCCC/CP/2012/8) contains details on the COP proceedings. The …
24 February 2013: The UN Collaborative Programme on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Developing Countries (UN-REDD) has released the final working version of its Guidelines on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC). …