109 stories covering the global climate crisis
by Marco Lopez The world has been turning itâs attention to the immense, yet often undervalued, and untapped power of the sun. While the efforts to normalize solar as a household energy option is still lackluster, in the worldâs current exploration of sustainable energy solutions, it has taken center stage. Yet, in many regions most […]
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In this article we will explore the relationship between economic development and environmental preservation in small island developing States, with a focus on protecting and preserving mangroves in the Caribbean. While economic growth often comes at the expense of fragile ecosystems, Britney Nurse of Trinidad and Tobago and Marco Lopez of Belize delve into the […]
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by Climate Spotlight Staff More than 70,000 delegates are believe to be in attendance at COP28, being hosted in Dubai, UAE. The oil-rich country has pumped significant funds into ensure the best of comforts for participants. Dubaiâs Expo City, for all intends and purposes, is looking more like a trade show, or circus, than a […]
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By Marco Lopez Geared towards accelerating action to protect human health from growing climate impact, the COP28 UAE Declaration on Climate and Health was announced by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the COP28 presidency at the World Climate Action Summit on December 2, in Dubai. So far, an estimated one billion US dollars have […]
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This story was first published in the Amandala Newspaper. This yearâs climate change conference is seen as a pivotal point in âcourse correctingâ, says President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber by Marco Lopez BELIZE CITY, Thurs. Nov. 30, 2023 Today marks the start of the two-week climate change conference being hosted in Dubai by the United […]
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COP28 may be the worldâs last opportunity to get on track to meet the goals of the 2015 Paris climate agreement and stay below 1.5C by Climate Spotlight Staff According to a study published by Earth Systems Science Data in mid-2023, global greenhouse gas emissions are at an all-time high. A so-called âcarbon budgetâ established as a […]
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By Britney Nurse This story examines the relationship between climate change and health and identifies the gaps in research within the Caribbean and highlight possible solutions to bridge those gaps As a young Caribbean woman in her 20s, the feeling of powerlessness should not appear as much as it does. But when you are one […]
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âClimate change is the greatest global health threat facing the world in the 21st century, but it is also the greatest opportunity to redefine the social and environmental determinants of health.â â The Lancet, Countdown. By Marco Lopez What do HIV/Aids, Ebola, Dengue, and Malaria have in common with Climate change? All those infectious diseases […]
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By Britney Nurse âThis story is about the importance of climate journalism in the Caribbean in promoting climate justice and informing the public on the perilous effects of climate changeâ As global citizens, we are fortunate to recognize the power of advocacy. Of shining a light on overlooked issues to rally people worldwide and mobilize […]
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By Marco Lopez Coastlines have served as the foundation for communities since the dawn of human history. Their proximity to the ocean has offered life-sustaining benefits, anchoring civilizations to these shores. In our current era of climate change, the urgency to safeguard these coastlines has intensified. Threats from flooding, storm surges, and hurricanes jeopardize the […]
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A Bittersweet Connection By Britney Nurse The story highlights various aspects of climate justice, including the vulnerability of small-scale farmers, the historical context of the industry, the environmental impact, income volatility, resilience-building, fair pricing, and sustainable development. Cocoa, once known as the king of crops, has seen a steady decline over the decades. This delicious, […]
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âThis is probably the single, collectively the most successful coral restoration individual project in the world at this time. Itâs phenomenal, â Dr. Les Kaufman of the Boston University Marine Program said about the Laughing Bird Caye reef restoration work. By Marco Lopez As heatwaves sweep across the globe, very few consider the silent sufferers […]
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