Podcasts about island nations

Sometimes things just strike you as dumb and then one day you understand why. The current model of desalination is a great example. It's something that everyone thinks that we at BIV should be invested in up to the eyeballs, and, of course, we support technologies that are pertinent to desal, but the legacy model is just a tough nut to crack. Ever more scaled plants to minimize the per gallon cost of purified water is the name of the game. So when I met Alex Fugelsang and the full Flocean team, it was like a light bulb going off. Legacy desal was dumb for the simple reason you were pumping up onto land a whole load of water, putting all of it through a giant factory, having designed it for all of that water, then throwing at least 40% of it back into the ocean. So what if you could desalinate under the surface of the sea and get rid of all that excess capacity? You don't run into paradigm shifts all the time, but we think that Flocean is one of them. Alex is a superb guy with a fascinating skill set, having spent most of his life operating machinery at inhospitable depths, and he's on a remarkable mission to put a huge dent in global water insecurity. Please enjoy my conversation with Alex Fugelsang.  Subscribe to The Fundamental Molecule here: https://www.burntislandventures.com/the-fundamental-molecule For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fundamental-molecule/id1714287205 ----------- In today's episode, Alex Fuglesang details Flocean's underwater desalination: less energy and less environmental impact thanks to stable deep-sea conditions. He reveals how robotics ensure reliable maintenance in their water-as-a-service model, and highlights building trust with communities, providing tailored solutions for water scarcity. Alex also shares insights on his background, leadership, and the future of desalination. 00:00 - Why Legacy Desalination Is Failing 02:16 - Operating and Engineering in Harsh Deep Sea Conditions   05:30 - Robotics and Automation in Underwater Water Tech   06:32 - Flocean's Origin Story   10:35 - How Flocean Cuts Energy Use and Environmental Impact   13:22 - Simplifying Permitting for Subsea Desalination   15:16 - Real-World Water Scarcity Challenges in Island Nations   17:24 - Growing Industrial Demand for Onsite Desalination   19:52 - New Business Models for Water Delivery   22:56 - What Infrastructure Investors Want from Water Tech   24:09 - Building a World-Class Water Tech Team   26:53 - Targeting High-Impact Coastal Markets   28:38 - Strategic Marketing for Deep Tech Startups   29:57 - Military Leadership Lessons in Startup Life   34:17 - The Future of Desal 37:43 - Cutting Red Tape in Water Infrastructure Projects   39:17 - Top Advice for Climate Hardware Entrepreneurs   Links: Burnt Island Ventures: https://www.burntislandventures.com/ Alex Fuglesang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderfuglesang/?originalSubdomain=no Flocean: https://www.flocean.green/ SM Material Key Takeaways: "In water-scarce regions, the frustration is real. Limited budgets lead to expensive maintenance and weeks of downtime." “Cutting bureaucracy and aligning stakeholders can unleash new technologies." “Flocean uses natural deep-sea pressure to cut power consumption. 40% energy efficiency savings are not abnormal." "Scale with trust and demand. Start small to build trust, then scale without massive infrastructure changes."

Last month, the inaugural Lancet Countdown Indicator Report was released, showing that small island nations are facing escalating health risks associated with the implications of the climate crisis. The report shows a multitude of health risks associated with the effects of the climate crisis, such as an increase in disease risks, displacing communities, and devastating the livelihoods of those living in these regions. News and Editorial Director, and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to the Co-Director and Senior Research Fellow for the Centre of Pacific & Global Health at the University of Auckland, Dr Roannie Ng Shiu, who led the report's of health, hazards, and impacts, about what this will mean heading forward, and whether larger nations, such as New Zealand, are doing enough to mitigate these concerns. They started off by asking her about what health risks we can expect.

Last month, the inaugural Lancet Countdown Indicator Report was released, showing that small island nations are facing escalating health risks associated with the implications of the climate crisis. The report shows a multitude of health risks associated with the effects of the climate crisis, such as an increase in disease risks, displacing communities, and devastating the livelihoods of those living in these regions. News and Editorial Director, and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to the Co-Director and Senior Research Fellow for the Centre of Pacific & Global Health at the University of Auckland, Dr Roannie Ng Shiu, who led the report's of health, hazards, and impacts, about what this will mean heading forward, and whether larger nations, such as New Zealand, are doing enough to mitigate these concerns. They started off by asking her about what health risks we can expect.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on a landmark case on climate change at the International Court of Justice.

UN climate negotiations in Baku, Azerbaijan have reached a critical stage, but a resolution of the main sticking point - how much wealthier nations should pay poorer ones to help them respond to climate change - does not appear in sight. The BBC's Mark McGrath gives us the latest after some nations exited talks earlier today to review their options. Also on the programme: reaction to US President-elect Donald Trump selecting his treasury secretary; and what a recent discovery in Belize can tell us about the fabled Maya civilisation.Photo: Activists hold a protest during the COP29 United Nations climate change conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Credit: Aziz Karmov/Reuters)

James Walker, a nuclear physicist and CEO of the company NANO Nuclear Energy, explains how his company is going small on nuclear energy with potentially big impacts. (10/2024)

James Walker, a nuclear physicist and CEO of the company NANO Nuclear Energy, explains how his company is going small on nuclear energy with potentially big impacts. (10/2024)

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday that his country is willing to strengthen ties with Pacific island nations.

Yessie Mosby is one of the so-called Torres Strait Eight, a group from the Pacific islands that has filed a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council. Their complaint — that Australia is not doing enough to protect its people from climate change — was the first case of its kind. Now Mosby is at the Pacific Arts and Culture Festival in Hawaii, trying to unite other Pacific island nations in the fight against climate change. - Yessie Mosby ist einer der sogenannten Torres Strait Eight, einer Gruppe aus den pazifischen Inseln, die eine Beschwerde beim UN-Menschenrechtsrat eingereicht hat. Ihre Beschwerde – dass Australien nicht genug tut, um ihr Volk vor dem Klimawandel zu schützen – war der erste Fall dieser Art. Jetzt ist Mosby beim Festival der Pazifischen Kunst und Kultur in Hawaii und versucht, andere Pazifik-Inselnationen im Kampf gegen den Klimawandel zu vereinen.

Japan and Pacific island nations kicked off a three-day summit on Tuesday, with their leaders expected to agree to continue dialogue on Japan's release into the sea of tritium-containing treated water from the crippled Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant.

Andrew Lewin dives into the topic of small islands and their responses to climate change. Highlighting a recent study examining 1,000 islands, the episode explores how these islands are adapting to sea level rise and storm surges. Listeners will discover the controversial findings regarding disappearing islands versus those that are growing and shifting due to changing ocean dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding how islands are evolving in the face of climate change, particularly for communities like the Maldives. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating connections between islands, sea level rise, and climate change consequences. Link to article: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/06/26/climate/maldives-islands-climate-change.html Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube One of the key takeaways from the podcast episode is that islands are not necessarily vanishing due to climate change. Contrary to popular belief, some islands are actually growing and shifting in shape. The episode discusses a study that looked at the dynamics of over 1,000 islands, particularly focusing on the Maldives, a set of low-lying islands built from atolls. The study revealed changes in island dynamics over the last 20 years. While some islands experienced erosion and loss of ground, others remained stable or even grew in size. In the Maldives, for example, nearly 42% of the islands studied had lost ground to erosion, but a similar proportion (39%) were stable or had shifted in shape. Surprisingly, 20% of the islands had grown, with humans even creating new land in some areas. Specific examples highlighted in the podcast include the Huvadu Atoll in the Maldives, where researchers studied aerial and satellite imagery of 184 islands. They found that while some islands lost ground to erosion, others shifted in shape or grew in size. The episode also mentions the transformation of an island from a potato shape to a teardrop shape over the past half-century, showcasing the dynamic nature of these islands. Furthermore, the podcast emphasizes the importance of understanding these island dynamics to prepare for the impacts of climate change. By studying how currents, storms, and sediment deposition affect islands, researchers can better predict and adapt to changes. The episode also draws parallels with the Mississippi Delta, where human interventions disrupted natural processes and had to be adjusted to allow for the growth of certain areas. Overall, the episode underscores the complexity of island dynamics in the face of climate change. It challenges the notion that all islands will vanish, highlighting that some will grow and shift in shape. This information is crucial for coastal communities, conservation efforts, and adaptation strategies to protect and preserve these island environments in the future. Monitoring island dynamics is crucial to understand changes and impacts on residents and businesses. The episode highlights the importance of studying how islands are adapting to climate change, sea level rise, and other environmental factors. The study discussed in the podcast focused on over 1,000 islands, including the Maldives, to analyze how these islands have been shaped by shifting climate change scenarios, such as sea level rise and storm surges. The Maldives, a set of low-lying islands, have been a prime example of how islands are responding to these changes. Some islands in the Maldives are just six feet above sea level, making them vulnerable to erosion and sea level rise. The study revealed that while some islands experienced erosion and loss of ground, others remained stable or even grew in size. This dynamic nature of islands underscores the need for continuous monitoring to understand the changes and their impacts on residents and businesses. By monitoring island dynamics, researchers can track erosion, land loss, and changes in shape over time. This information is crucial for predicting future trends and implementing measures to protect communities living on these islands. For instance, the study mentioned how some areas in the Maldives had to shore up their land due to erosion, which exposed buried bodies from a cemetery and a mosque. Preserving cultural heritage and ensuring the safety of residents are key considerations in island monitoring efforts. Furthermore, the episode discussed the case of the Mississippi Delta, where human interventions like seawalls and man-made structures disrupted natural erosion and deposition processes. This interference had unintended consequences, highlighting the importance of understanding and respecting natural dynamics in coastal areas. In conclusion, monitoring island dynamics is essential for assessing changes, predicting future impacts, and implementing adaptive measures to protect residents and businesses. By studying how islands evolve in response to environmental challenges, researchers can provide valuable insights for coastal communities to adapt and thrive in the face of climate change. Collaboration with coastal communities is crucial in preparing for and adapting to changes caused by climate change. The episode highlights the importance of working closely with people living in small island states, like the Maldives, to understand how their islands are adapting to sea level rise and other climate change impacts. These communities are directly affected by the changing dynamics of their islands, and their knowledge and experiences are invaluable in developing effective strategies for resilience. The episode discusses how researchers studied over 1,000 islands, including the Maldives, to observe changes in island dynamics over time. By analyzing aerial and satellite imagery, researchers found that some islands were eroding while others were growing or shifting in shape. This information underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and collaboration with local communities to understand the reasons behind these changes and to plan for the future. Furthermore, the episode mentions the importance of preserving cultural heritage and ancestral sites on these islands. As erosion and sea level rise threaten these areas, it becomes essential to work with coastal communities to protect their history and traditions. By involving these communities in decision-making processes and providing them with the necessary tools and knowledge, it ensures that their needs and concerns are addressed in adaptation strategies. The episode also draws parallels with the Mississippi Delta, where human interventions disrupted natural processes and had unintended consequences. This serves as a cautionary tale, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting the natural dynamics of coastal areas. By collaborating with coastal communities, scientists, conservationists, and policymakers can develop sustainable solutions that consider both environmental and social factors. In conclusion, the episode highlights that collaboration with coastal communities is not only essential but also beneficial in preparing for and adapting to climate change impacts. By working together, we can create resilient and sustainable strategies that protect both the environment and the livelihoods of those living in vulnerable coastal areas.

Yessie Mosby is one of the so-called Torres Strait Eight, a group from the Pacific Islands which lodged a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council. Their complaint - that Australia is not doing enough to protect their people from climate change - was the first ever case of its kind. Mr Mosby - a Zenadh Kes Masig man - has been in Hawaii for the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture to connect with other countries from across the Pacific who are experiencing the climate crisis on their doorstep.

As hurricanes grow stronger and more common due to climate change, they raise new threats for island nations -- not just to infrastructure, but also to artifacts and documents that help define cultures. Now, two island nations in the Atlantic and the Pacific are taking steps to preserve their threatened histories for future generations. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

As hurricanes grow stronger and more common due to climate change, they raise new threats for island nations -- not just to infrastructure, but also to artifacts and documents that help define cultures. Now, two island nations in the Atlantic and the Pacific are taking steps to preserve their threatened histories for future generations. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Hurricane Beryl is barrelling toward Jamaica after wreaking havoc on St. Vincent and the Grenadines. How can small island nations be protected from the threat of extreme weather and climate change — and how much responsibility lies with larger nations?

Japan's Defense Ministry is strengthening its security-related capacity-building support to Pacific island countries, in a bid to help them keep in check China, which is stepping up military expansion in the South Pacific.

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Small island developing states (SIDS) suffer disproportionately from external shocks. They face an existential threat from the climate emergency, while global economic uncertainty and geopolitical shifts have derailed recent progress that SIDS have made towards achieving growth and resilience.That's why governments of SIDS and their international partners met in Antigua and Barbuda a fortnight ago for the SIDS4 conference, which aimed to formulate a 10-year action plan intended to chart ‘the course toward resilient prosperity' for small island nations.In this episode, guests review this seminal conference, setting it in context of the unique challenges that SIDS face. We hear about the strengths of the Antigua and Barbuda Plan (ABAS) that emerged from it and what is missing from this framework. Guests outline reforms that are urgently needed to drive meaningful change for SIDS.GuestsSara Pantuliano, Chief Executive, ODIAmbassador Walton Webson, Permanent Representative of Antigua and Barbuda to the UNEmily Wilkinson, Senior Research Fellow, ODIJean-Paul Adam, Director for Technology, Climate Change and Natural Resources Management in the UN Economic Commission for AfricaRelated resourcesResilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)Small Islands Big Picture podcast: Will the 4th UN International Conference on SIDS generate ‘resilient prosperity'?Small Islands Big Picture podcast (all episodes)The SIDS Future Forum 2024: Shaping the future of Small Island Developing StatesPreparatory meetings for the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States: participation, priorities and outcomesFinancing resilient prosperity in SIDSWhy small islands need their own Marshall Plan

An international court has unanimously agreed that excessive greenhouse gases can cause irreversible harm to small island nations. Payam Akhavan, lead counsel representing the island states, explains the significance of this ruling.

Dr. Karen Smith, Former Director of the California Department of Public Health, says day three of National Public Health Week focuses on climate change and the impact of environmental concerns on communities; Karl Ensign, ASTHO Vice President of Island Support, tells us ASTHO is celebrating a big funding win for three island nations aligned with the U.S. as freely associated states; and an ASTHO brief discusses how foodborne illness is preventable yet costly. ASTHO Webpage: Climate and Health National Public Health Week Webpage ASTHO Webpage: Fully Fund the Renegotiated Compacts of Free Association and Reduce Compact Impact in U.S. Territories and States Policy Statement Mazie Hirono News Release Honolulu Civil Beat News Article: Congress Restores Federal Benefits To COFA Migrants As Part Of $7.1 Billion Aid Deal ASTHO Brief: Evidence-Based Approaches to Promoting Health Equity in Retail Food Safety ASTHO Webpage: Stay Informed

Since 1974, an international standard has governed the assignment of two-letter identification codes to every country and territory on Earth. When the internet came along, those codes were used in website domain names, and it didn’t take long before outside companies started using them too,  paying premiums for some particularly marketable codes. Marketplace's Lily Jamali spoke with journalist Amy Thorpe about the profitable domain name marketplace.

Since 1974, an international standard has governed the assignment of two-letter identification codes to every country and territory on Earth. When the internet came along, those codes were used in website domain names, and it didn’t take long before outside companies started using them too,  paying premiums for some particularly marketable codes. Marketplace's Lily Jamali spoke with journalist Amy Thorpe about the profitable domain name marketplace.

Tina Gerhardt, author of Sea Change, on the effects of rising oceans on small island nations • Quinn Slobodian, author of Crack-Up Capitalism, on libertarian enclaves insulated from democracy [rebroadcast of a May 2023 show] The post Small island nations, libertarian enclaves appeared first on KPFA.

China's ambitious push into the Pacific Islands through infrastructure investments and loans has raised concerns about its grand strategy and geopolitical goals for nearby middle powers such as Australia. Meanwhile, Beijing's recent security deal with Solomon Islands plus its attempt to strike a larger deal with ten other island nations has prompted Australia to reaffirm its commitment to the region. So, what's been the real trade-off for the island nations caught up in China's Pacific aspirations? And how are the U.S. and its allies such as Australia, who have long assumed some sphere of influence in the region, responding to China's push? Seasoned China watcher Associate Professor Graeme Smith joins host Peter Clarke to examine China's growing footprint in Pacific Island countries. An Asia Institute podcast. Produced and edited by profactual.com. Music by audionautix.com.

The Rising Nations Initiative seeks to secure a permanent existence for threatened island countries, protecting their sovereignty and culture. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

Guest host Joseph D. DeMare talks about the beautiful weather and the terrible decision by Wolverine Cooperative  to buy electricity from the zombie nuke plant, Palisades in Michigan. Rebecca Wood reads a poem she wrote while out enjoying the sun. Next we interview Gina Peltier, Charlotte Limpfoot, and Rachel Rivera who are all in New York City to participate in the March to End Fossil Fuels that will be happening on Sunday, September 17th. Then Rebecca tells us about the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashana and ties it to environmentalism. Ecological News includes lithium battery price drops, French Scientists battling Macron's nuclear energy madness, and the ulitimate David and Goliath battle as the Island Nations take the worlds biggest polluters to court for violating the Law of the Sea with their CO2 emissions. 

Rugby World Cup 2023 promises to be more exciting than ever, and the pacific island nations of Fiji, Tonga and Samoa are one exciting subset. Can any of them get out of the pool? Quite possibly! I was joined by Pirate Rugby Podcast hosts Enda and Huw to chat through these 3 nations. Guests: Huw Griffin - https://twitter.com/HuwGriffinRugby Enda Fahy - https://twitter.com/rugbytvguide Feel free to follow me on my socials @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Mastodon; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com Linktree - ⁠https://linktr.ee/caolansrugby⁠  Enjoy, and stay tuned for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A whoopsie-doodle that set research back 25 years. Also, the very fancy court makes decisions, audio evidence of Trump's crimes dropped, Island Nations prepare for the worst, and a meteorite fell on a—uh—it taught us a lot, at least.Head to https://StuffKeepsHappening.online for sources and bonus content

Dive in with us on the season 2 premiere of the Ocean Optimism Podcast! Host Ellen Spooner interviews Dr. Kathryn Mengerink, Executive Director of the Waitt Institute, as they explore marine spatial planning, sustainable fisheries, Blue Economy, and the Blue Prosperity programs. Dr. Mengerink shares her journey from being inspired by Jellyfish neuroscience to working in the world of law and policy to preserve our ocean resources for future generations. Discover how her team partners with island nations around the world, providing technical assistance and empowering local communities to create a sustainable ocean future. In this episode, you'll learn about the crucial role of marine spatial planning, the challenge of cumulative impacts, and the importance of stakeholder engagement in creating a sustainable blue economy. Don't miss this exciting conversation on the cutting edge of ocean conservation!

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental, and economic justice. President Biden says U.S. will develop new rules to track unknown aerial objects United Nations meeting warns of dangers of sea level rise caused by global warming Rally supports fired Oakland Police Chief E.P.A. chief promises full support in clean up of Ohio toxic spill caused by train derailment     Image of Samoa, threatened by rising sea levels: https://www.samoa.travel/experience/places-to-explore/beaches/ The post President Biden says new rules to be developed on tracking aerial objects; Island nations plead for global warming curb to fight rising sea levels; Oakland rally supports fired police chief: The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – February 16, 2023 appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental, and economic justice. President Biden says U.S. will develop new rules to track unknown aerial objects United Nations meeting warns of dangers of sea level rise caused by global warming Rally supports fired Oakland Police Chief E.P.A. chief promises full support in clean up of Ohio toxic spill caused by train derailment     Image of Samoa, threatened by rising sea levels: https://www.samoa.travel/experience/places-to-explore/beaches/ The post President Biden says new rules to be developed on tracking aerial objects; Island nations plead for global warming curb to fight rising sea levels; Oakland rally supports fired police chief: The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – February 16, 2023 appeared first on KPFA.

ITC conducting a study on the Pacific Island nations focusing on trade and GSP-but there is no GSP. Listen for more on today's Two Minutes In Trade.

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Australia is a leading coal and natural gas exporter and has stubbornly opposed major climate action for decades, even as climate disasters like fires, floods, and droughts have taken their toll. But now Australian voters have ushered in a more progressive Parliament in the recent elections that signal their country is heading in a new direction on climate. Also, we continue our conversations with this year's recipients of the Goldman Environmental Prize with Julien Vincent, the winner for Islands and Island Nations who led a grassroots campaign that had people cutting up their credit cards in a bid to convince Australia's biggest banks and insurers to stop funding coal. And take the A Train: Gateway National Recreation Area offers green spaces, beaches and recreation just a quick transit ride from New York City. Plus, with inflation driving up food prices, we share some gardening tips to help you save some green with your green thumb. -- Our podcast is supported this week by: Wren, where you can calculate and offset your carbon footprint. And by maude. Get a treat from maude! Use the code EARTH to get $5 off your first order on all products. And also getaway.house. Use promo code EARTH to save $25 on your stay — and enjoy more free time in the great outdoors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foreign Minister Wang Yi is on a tour of the Pacific from May 26 to June 4, where he is scheduled to visit eight Pacific Island countries. In this episode, Manoj Kewalramani and Megha Pardhi discuss significance of this visit in backdrop of growing geopolitical activity in the region.Follow Manoj on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theChinaDudeFollow Megha on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pardhimegha21Check out Takshashila's courses: https://school.takshashila.org.in/You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosYou can check out our website at https://www.ivmpodcasts.com

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with counterparts from 10 Pacific island nations in Fiji. COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted in main Chinese cities as the number of new infections continues to drop. Searchers have recovered 16 bodies at the site of a plane crash in central Nepal.

Chinese President Xi Jinping says that China and Pacific island countries have enjoyed a time-honored friendship. He made the remarks in a written statement at the second China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' Meeting. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi chaired the meeting in Fiji.

Winston Peters says we've known for some time a new infection has arrived in the Pacific....and we have to be aware of it. China has sent a draft security agreement to 10 Pacific countries, ahead of a meeting Foreign Minister Wang Yi is hosting in Fiji next week. Former Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters told Heather du Plessis-Allan this sort of outside offer of assistance gives the island nations options. “But if they're taking that option because we have failed to pool our resources and work together in a way that Kurt Campbell is acknowledging the United States should have, if we have failed to do these things then what happens after that is foreseeable.” LISTEN ABOVE 

The United States, India, France, and other major players all share interests in the Indian Ocean, making the region geopolitically important. While some of these countries developed policies that prioritized and engaged with the island nations that call the region home, the United States focused its priorities elsewhere. The recent security deal between China and the Solomon Islands only further demonstrates China's growing presence as the main competition for the United States in the region. President Biden's first trip to Asia since taking office starts tomorrow, and the stage is set for him to emphasize the United States' commitment to reprioritizing the region.  Darshana Baruah, a fellow in Carnegie's South Asia Program where she leads the Indian Ocean Initiative, joins Doug to unpack the strategic significance of the Indian Ocean region. Follow Doug on Twitter @DouglasLFarrar. Darshana M. Baruah. (2022, May 2). “The Strategic Importance of the Indian Ocean.” Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

As a political bun fight continues in Australia over Solomon Islands security deal with China, why has there been so much consternation, when previous security agreements signed between Beijing and Pacific island nations have passed by largely unnoticed?

Interview with orientalist, dean of the International College of Management in Sydney and researcher at the Australian National University in Canberra Leonid Petrov. This is a Russian language content. - Одной из главных тем уже вторую неделю является заключение соглашения о безопасности между Соломоновыми островами и Китаем. Что это за соглашение, причем тут Австралия и возможно ли создание военной базы Китая на Соломоновых островах?

A conference organised by the Pacific Islands Forum has brought together island nations and their creditors with the aim of tackling regional debt. A key element of the unprecedented meeting is establishing a firm link between rising debt and the impacts of climate change.

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Welcome to Year 2 of the Ocean Decade! In this first episode of 2022, Taylor focuses on the role of island nations, or Large Ocean States, during the Ocean Decade; how can the ~ 175,000 islands on Earth home to 600 million plus people guide how we think about diversity, equity, science, traditional knowledge, and sustainable development over the next 9 years? Joined by experts guests Dr. Austin Shelton from University of Guam and Guam Sea Grant and Kate Brown, the Executive Director of Global Island Partnership, this episode dives into the contributions island nations are already making to the Ocean Decade, and how these unique ecosystems and peoples can continue to shape the Decade.

Join Lashanti the Siren as she discusses all things plastic with Kristal 'Ocean' Ambrose, founder of Bahamas Plastic Movement and 2020 Goldman Prize recipient (Islands and Island Nations).

Different parts of the world must approach their power sector in unique ways to account for the specific needs and the unique challenges presented by local geographies, populations, economies, and more. While that means utilities in one corner of the globe may look different from the other side of the world, one of the most valuable tools for energy leaders is to look at what lessons can be learned from those various unique circumstances. Our guest on the Power Perspectives Podcast today has worked extensively tackling the energy landscape in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Being in the Caribbean, that means that the local energy stakeholders are dealing with the annual threat of hurricanes, elevated energy prices and the need for fossil fuel imports, and more. At the same time, the U.S. Virgin Islands find themselves amid a crisis from the housing shortage. While that reality may seem somewhat isolated from the traditional role of power providers, the guest of this episode highlights how it created a unique, all-encompassing opportunity. Joining host Jason Price and producer Matt Chester to discuss the success his organization has had in tackling energy equity and overall economic challenges on the U.S. Virgin Islands with microgrids is Tom McGeehan, VP at E-Finity Distributed Generation. Tom shares how his team has sought to respond to the recent hurricane seasons and resulting outages with a more decentralized approach, highlighting the opportunity microgrid technology can play for the wider energy sector outside of the islands, while also confronting head-on the climate challenges that are already present on the Virgin Islands and will soon spread to other parts of the world. Key Links: Tom McGeehan's Energy Central Profile: https://energycentral.com/member/profile/tom-mcgeehan-0 Resilient CHP Facilities: The Real Reason Hurricanes Don't Jolt Facilities Like they Used to: https://energycentral.com/c/pip/resilient-chp Link to Energy Central post for this episode, including full transcript: https://energycentral.com/o/energy-central/episode-63-equitable-energy-access-and-microgrids-island-nations-tom-mcgeehan-e Link to register as a member of the Energy Central Community: www.energycentral.com/user/register Did you know? The Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast has been identified as one of the industry's 'Top 25 Energy Podcasts': blog.feedspot.com/energy_podcasts/

For Dr. Jennifer Kay (she/her/hers), global warming and ice loss brings up many headspaces. “I'm curious, scared, hopeful, frustrated, and inspired all at once.” As a climate scientist at the University of Colorado, understanding the physics of snow, clouds and ice is her job. Growing up in upstate New York, she spent most of her days skiing, sledding, and loving snow. It's not surprising that she loves all things cold. Now, she's a doctor, professor, and highly cited researcher with a focus on polar regions. In our warming world, polar regions are losing snow and ice. For example, the loss of land-based ice in West Antarctica and Greenland is currently causing irreversible sea level rise. Because land-based ice sheets can melt and collapse so much faster than they can be rebuilt from snow accumulation, this current land ice melt is irreversible on human timescales. Irreversible keeps Dr. Kay up at night. What will happen to the billions of dollars, lives, and ecosystems that depend on coastal environments? What will happen to Island Nations and Coastal Cities? Does everyone understand what is at stake here? Dr. Kay stresses: “We have a shared climate future. Investing in infrastructure and committing to reduce greenhouse gases are encouraging steps, but more action is needed. Irreversible ice loss is just one of many reasons we need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions now.” On this episode, we talk about the climate crisis, how adventurers and scientists can work together and about gender bias in climate science. Follow Dr. Kay on Twitter to continue learning about her work: https://twitter.com/jenkaycu --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caroline-gleich/message

The president of Seychelles says that the world must take the needs of island nations seriously when it comes to the impact of climate change and rising sea levels. Wavel Ramkalawan told the BBC that they are already seeing some of the islands changing shape and some of the islands are losing so much landmass. He added that the wealthier nations need to step up their game. He says there should be a pause in oil exploration in the Pacific Ocean. He added that they have rather got to look at wind energy, solar energy - at what is natural and what is renewable.

The president of Seychelles says that the world must take the needs of island nations seriously when it comes to the impact of climate change and rising sea levels. Wavel Ramkalawan told the BBC that they are already seeing some of the islands changing shape and some of the islands are losing so much landmass. He added that the wealthier nations need to step up their game. He says there should be a pause in oil exploration in the Pacific Ocean. He added that they have rather got to look at wind energy, solar energy - at what is natural and what is renewable.

The president of Seychelles says that the world must take the needs of island nations seriously when it comes to the impact of climate change and rising sea levels. Wavel Ramkalawan told the BBC that they are already seeing some of the islands changing shape and some of the islands are losing so much landmass. He added that the wealthier nations need to step up their game. He says there should be a pause in oil exploration in the Pacific Ocean. He added that they have rather got to look at wind energy, solar energy - at what is natural and what is renewable.

Rising sea levels are an existential threat to island nations. CNBC looks at how their leaders are stepping up the fight to get big countries to do more about climate change. Axios reports on how New York taxi drivers scored a victory after a two-week hunger strike, earning relief from debt that has brought many of them close to financial ruin. An investigation from the Marshall Project found that police hurt thousands of teenagers every year, including a striking number of Black girls. The Wall Street Journal has the story of a marathoner aiming to finish her sixth marathon in six weeks. She’s running on two rebuilt knees.

The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean well known as an island getaway destination, but rising sea levels may change that dramatically. The country's officials say they could be underwater by the end of the century. FOX's Simon Owen speaks with Aminath Shauna, Minister of Environment for the Republic of Maldives, at the U.N.'s climate change conference about what she would like to see accomplished at the gathering. 

The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean well known as an island getaway destination, but rising sea levels may change that dramatically. The country's officials say they could be underwater by the end of the century. FOX's Simon Owen speaks with Aminath Shauna, Minister of Environment for the Republic of Maldives, at the U.N.'s climate change conference about what she would like to see accomplished at the gathering. 

The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean well known as an island getaway destination, but rising sea levels may change that dramatically. The country's officials say they could be underwater by the end of the century. FOX's Simon Owen speaks with Aminath Shauna, Minister of Environment for the Republic of Maldives, at the U.N.'s climate change conference about what she would like to see accomplished at the gathering. 

Pacific Island nations will bear the full brunt of climate change in coming decades, after a prediction that temperatures will rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius higher than pre industrial levels as soon as the early 2030s. Professor Mark Howden, from the Australian National Univesity, is a vice chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and says governments need to make urgent decisions. He spoke to reporter Ben Strang about what the Pacific is facing.

The director of research, data & innovation for WRI Africa talks with Katie & Rose about climate justice and building resilient energy infrastructure in small island developing states, why climate finance pledges don't always translate to reality, obstacles to electrical vehicle uptake in Africa, and Nairobi's reggae scene.

ST Connect webinar: Rising sea level threat to Singapore & low-lying island nations 52:09 mins Globally, sea-level rise is increasing at a faster pace, threatening Asia's coastal megacities and low-lying island nations such as Singapore. To discuss this urgent issue, this webinar by The Straits Times will look at the latest science and projections of sea-level rise and solutions, including nature-based options, to hold back the seas. Join ST's climate change editor David Fogarty and the panel of experts: Professor Benjamin Horton, director of the Earth Observatory of Singapore at Nanyang Technological University, Dr Zeng Yiwen, senior research fellow at the NUS Centre for Nature-Based Climate Solutions and Ms Hazel Khoo, director of the Coastal Protection Department at PUB. This is the first of the monthly ST Connect Webinar series helmed by The Straits Times' journalists on topics ranging from climate change to geopolitics and media literacy. Follow ST's niche Green Pulse Podcast on: https://str.sg/JWaf Discover ST & BT podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt Websites: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  #GreenPulse     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ST Connect webinar: Rising sea level threat to Singapore & low-lying island nations 52:09 mins Globally, sea-level rise is increasing at a faster pace, threatening Asia's coastal megacities and low-lying island nations such as Singapore. To discuss this urgent issue, this webinar by The Straits Times will look at the latest science and projections of sea-level rise and solutions, including nature-based options, to hold back the seas. Join ST's climate change editor David Fogarty and the panel of experts: Professor Benjamin Horton, director of the Earth Observatory of Singapore at Nanyang Technological University, Dr Zeng Yiwen, senior research fellow at the NUS Centre for Nature-Based Climate Solutions and Ms Hazel Khoo, director of the Coastal Protection Department at PUB. This is the first of the monthly ST Connect Webinar series helmed by The Straits Times' journalists on topics ranging from climate change to geopolitics and media literacy. Follow ST's niche Green Pulse Podcast on: https://str.sg/JWaf Discover ST & BT podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt Websites: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  #GreenPulse     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief Justice Janice Pereira of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court speaks with the Global Judicial Integrity Network about access to justice in small islands nations, with a particular focus on the current practices of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. 

Chief Justice Janice Pereira of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court speaks with the Global Judicial Integrity Network about access to justice in small islands nations, with a particular focus on the current practices of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. 

Following the CCP’s large-scale financial assistance and investment, the arrogant behavior of its officials reflects the real mentality of the CCP when it is strong and thinks highly of its abilities. It tries to treat the people of other nations the way it treats the Chinese people under its totalitarian control. The CCP’s goal is to demand obedience from countries of inferior strength. Naturally, the CCP cannot be expected to respect international regulations and protocol.

Buka, Bougainville, Papua New GuineaThis 3 episode series is part of Life Changes, our new normal during COVID-19 era, a series of storytelling that will feature real human stories of experiences from everyday ordinary women from all walks of life from the South Pacific - exploring the theme of change - how COVID-19 has changed our lives and how we respond to the changes in the world around us.

Dr. Kim Waddell, a biologist living in the Caribbean, discusses threats and responses to climate change.

Building bridges for psychiatry workforce capacity with Pacific Island nations: The February 2020 Australasian Psychiatry podcast features an interview with Dr. Nick Kowalenko, discussing the span of work of child and adolescent psychiatrists in Australia and New Zealand in recent years aimed at collaborative efforts to build mental health capacity in the Pacific Island Nations.  Field mental health activites from this project have included mentoring programmes, leadership training, support for delivery of CAMH services and building trusted networks for the future

Forget buying Greenland, the largest island in the world.  China wants to lease Tulagi.  Never heard of it?  Well, after this episode you will.  Abraham Denmark walks us through diplomatic moves being made by Pacific Island nations and why the US relationship with these countries is strategically important.

University of Hawaii's Professor Maxine Burkett discusses climate change from a legal perspective in this timely conversation. What are some strategies that island nations like Kiribati can pursue? How can we work to protect climate migrants? And, as the UN General Assembly meets in New York, what should international organizations be doing?

University of Hawaii's Professor Maxine Burkett discusses climate change from a legal perspective in this timely conversation. What are some strategies that island nations like Kiribati can pursue? How can we work to protect climate migrants? And, as the UN General Assembly meets in New York, what should international organizations be doing?

New Zealand’s new interim Cancer Control Agency director, Diana Sarfati, discusses a series of five papers exploring cancer control in small island nations.

Diplomatic Brief: Serbia, and Kosovo, are urged to ease tensions by NATO countries and in Nicaragua, Cuban agents pose as tourists, and work to prevent the downfall of the Ortega-Murillo regime and more

Following the CCP’s large-scale financial assistance and investment, the arrogant behavior of its officials reflects the real mentality of the CCP when it is strong and thinks highly of its abilities. It tries to treat the people of other nations the way it treats the Chinese people under its totalitarian control. The CCP’s goal is to demand obedience from countries of inferior strength. Naturally, the CCP cannot be expected to respect international regulations and protocol.

Following the CCP's large-scale financial assistance and investment, the arrogant behavior of its officials reflects the real mentality of the CCP when it is strong and thinks highly of its abilities. It tries to treat the people of other nations the way it treats the Chinese people under its totalitarian control. The CCP's goal is to demand obedience from countries of inferior strength. Naturally, the CCP cannot be expected to respect international regulations and protocol.

Following the CCP’s large-scale financial assistance and investment, the arrogant behavior of its officials reflects the real mentality of the CCP when it is strong and thinks highly of its abilities. It tries to treat the people of other nations the way it treats the Chinese people under its totalitarian control. The CCP’s goal is to demand obedience from countries of inferior strength. Naturally, the CCP cannot be expected to respect international regulations and protocol.

Following the CCP's large-scale financial assistance and investment, the arrogant behavior of its officials reflects the real mentality of the CCP when it is strong and thinks highly of its abilities. It tries to treat the people of other nations the way it treats the Chinese people under its totalitarian control. The CCP's goal is to demand obedience from countries of inferior strength. Naturally, the CCP cannot be expected to respect international regulations and protocol.

We always welcome political candidates! We appreciate those that have been our guests. Nassau's County Legislator candidate Monique Hardial, born to Parents that immigrated to the United States in the 1960’s, amid the Civil Rights Movement, from the Island Nations of Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, it is no coincidence that activism, community service and leadership are part of Monique Hardial’s DNA.. Another treat, co-host Jeff Broome tells us "How to Effectively Pitch your Business" in our Finacially Fit segment.

This week we are playtesting a new setting for Savage Worlds called Crystal Heart. Created by the talented team of Aviv and Eran, two London-based Israeli gamers and producers of the extraordinary online comic Up to Four Players. Our young players, Sabrina and Raven will take on the mantle of Crystal Hunters working for Syn, as they travel to the Island Nations in search of a missing Agent, and seek the Feral Crystal haunting the island of Amo'Po.

James Ellsmoor is a Social Entrepreneur with expertise in renewable energy, sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship in rural, remote and island regions. He has experience living, working and travelling in over 40 countries.   James lives a fascinating life helping Small Islands Developing States (SIDS). There are about 50 different jurisdictions around the globe. James has found that entrepreneurship in these countries is strong and it's what drives these small nations. Take a look at Jamaica and the impact this small country has had on North America. Their music, their food, their athletes. As a Canadian, and we love our Reggae music, our curry goat and Jamaican patties and Red Stripe beer!   What's really impressive is that James is a Forbes 30 under 30 winner and top 100 most powerful young entrepreneurs under 25. This guy is smart and creative. And for an entrepreneur that's the winning ticket!!   As most of you know, I love to travel. I love to experience what the locals experience and chatting with James really got me interested in so many places that I have never had the pleasure of visiting, and now are on my list of countries to see . My reasons are very different than most, and James agrees, what he finds fascinating is also different.   We dove deep into what renewable energy looks like. Is it the same for each area? Does Jamaica require the same as Samoa? Or Guyana? What do countries like this require to be self-sufficient, with their government, the infrastructure and food crops?   SOLAR HEAD OF STATE James and his company, Solar Head of State, tried to put solar panels on the White House, which is how his company name came to be. James and his team work with countries to reduce their carbon footprint, teach them about renewable energy and sustainable energy. I'm just really happy that someone is working with these smaller nations. Their electricity costs are extremely high and their incomes are extremely low so let's work on bringing them closer together.   HOW DOES RENEWABLE ENERGY IMPACT AGRICULTURE? I truly believe that we all need to understand the impact of using renewable energy can make on the countries we visit. So many of these small nations Import 90% of their food because it's cheaper to buy chickens from China than to grow them locally. So, in the end, these countries rely heavily on canned food even tho it's a tropical paradise.   It's why 9 out of 10 countries that have an issue with obesity are Pacific island countries. Using renewable energy to power the machinery and the agricultural equipment is a step in the right direction to allowing these nations to not be as reliant on food imported from abroad.   WHAT HAPPENS TO A SMALL NATION AFTER A NATURAL DISASTER Our conversation about Puerto Rico was fascinating. After the hurricane in 2017, the island was devastated and literally had to shut down. I know they rely heavily on tourism, with dozens of cruise ships docking every day, and the US came to the rescue.   Millions of dollars were spent to get the country back up and running. Interestingly, they had to rebuild new electricity grids and they started to use sustainable energy and renewable energy, and how smart is that. If we, North Americans, had to rebuild our grids, we just wouldn't build them the same way, we would use far more renewable energy.   James and I talk about how people are leaving, 500,000 of them since the hurricane to live in Florida, which has left a huge gap in the real estate market for anyone to walk into, especially if you are an American, and buy property at a reduced rate.   In a Nutshell How important is renewable energy to these small island nations, and for all of us for that matter What are smart grids? How can we use new technology? New style greenhouses that withstand hurricanes The disappearance of small islands in the Support this podcast

In our 46th episode, Julia stocks up on the history of grocery stores and supermarkets. Get a price check on the backgrounds of various national and regional supermarket chains [including, yes, Rochester’s own revered Wegmans], as well as a long receipt-sized list of all the ways that grocery stores use psychology to manipulate your shopping habits. Later, enjoy a quiz called “Clean-Up on (A)isle 5”! . . . [Music: 1) The Uninvited, “Too High for the Supermarket,” 1995; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

Renewables like wind and solar are largely not linked to oil prices. But there are markets where the success of renewables is more closely tied to oil: islands. Or, more specifically, small island developing states, which make up 20 percent of UN member countries. These small island states are dangerously dependent on diesel -- causing energy prices to fluctuate wildly and forcing many people into fuel poverty. That makes them perfect candidates for renewables. In this week's show, we talk to Leslie Labruto, director of the islands energy program at the Clinton Climate Initiative, about why opportunities in island markets are expanding, even in the face of low oil prices. Then, a pivotal moment for nuclear. After much scrutiny, the UK government approved the 3.2-gigawatt Hinkley Point C nuclear expansion. We'll discuss this historic test case for the competitiveness of nuclear. Finally, a pivotal moment for America’s solar industry. We’ll dig into a debate about where the country’s biggest solar lobbying group needs to turn its attention. Thanks to Mission Solar for sponsoring the show. Check out Mission's American-made solar panels: http://www.missionsolar.com/

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

There was a long break after Suikoden III, and the results did not seem to warrant confidence in the series’ future. The Island Nations and...