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🎤REGISTER NOW: Want to find out why #seaweed is gaining so much recognition? Interested in investing in this sector? Register for the Side event at UN High Level Political Forum 2024: How seaweed contributes to achieving each of the goals under review webinar hosted by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and Global Seaweed Coalition #WorldBank #AquaticBlueFoodCoalition, UN Global Compact Network UK hosted event on 10 July at 9am EST (link below) The global seaweed market is valued at approximately $17 billion, with exports reaching above $1 billion in 2021 (UNCTAD, 2023). The World Bank has identified ten global seaweed markets with the potential to grow by an additional USD 11.8 billion by 2030 (World Bank, 2023). Seaweed can offer sustainable solutions to help improve livelihoods in developing countries, particularly for poor coastal communities. This event aims to inform attendees of the multifaceted contributions seaweed is making to, and its potential to do even more for, the achievement of the Goals under review (and others) and call for the creation of a global dialogue and coordination mechanism for mainstreaming the rapid growth and value of the seaweed and its by-products sector into sustainable development action on the road to the United Nations Ocean Conference in 2025. Join us at the event and find out how #HumbleKindWise mission to built a sustainable verifiable Caribbean Supply Chain transform lives in the Caribbean and the US by creating social and economic development opportunities that support the UN Sustainable Development goals with a focus on : Goal 1. End poverty in all its forms everywhere; Goal 2. End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture; Goal 13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts; Goal 16. Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels; and Goal 17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.

Gender and climate change

#World Environment Day reminds us that every individual holds the ability to instigate worldwide transformation to combat #climate change. 🌍 We are the International Plant Treaty 🌱, of course we are also part of #GenerationRestoration, advocating for taking care of the plants that feed the world & promoting equitable sharing as we work for global food security, now and in the future. 🌿🤝  📹 https://bit.ly/459k2hI #ItAllStartsWithTheSeed 🌱 #WorldEnvironmentDay #GenerationRestoration #ClimateChange FAO International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) World Food Programme UN Biodiversity Seed Association of the Americas (SAA) Seed Savers Exchange International Seed Federation Rete Semi Rurali ETS International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) CGIAR World Farmers' Organisation UN Environment Programme IPBES

So much potential for #foodsecurity, #womeneconomicempowerment, #carbonsequestration and more

No surprise that top-down approaches where intermediaries take the majority of the investment for 'measuring' biodiversity and carbon offsets resulted in inequitable outcomes with limited conservation benefits. Even where intermediaries claim the projects are community or indigenous-led, these are generally pre-prepared agreements for signature in return for a fraction of the investments while giving away sovereignty over nature. What is the solution? - fair and equitable approaches that meet the six principles of FELA would be a start - https://lnkd.in/eYNVjxxG

"Market-based approaches to forest conservation like #carbon #offsets and deforestation-free certification schemes have largely failed to protect trees or alleviate poverty, according to a major scientific review published on Monday." "The global study—the most comprehensive of its kind to date—found that trade and finance-driven initiatives had made "limited" progress halting deforestation and in some cases worsened economic inequality. Drawn from years of academic and field work, the report compiled by the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO), a group of 15,000 scientists in 120 countries, will be presented at a high-level UN forum starting Monday." "Its authors urged a "radical rethink" of increasingly popular market-based approaches often promoted as effective at saving forests, curbing global warming and raising living standards in developing nations. The evidence does not support the claim of win-wins or triple wins for environment, economy and people often made for market mechanisms as a policy response to environmental problems," said contributing author Maria Brockhaus from the University of Helsinki."

In our previous posts, we discussed about how to transform agriculture in Africa to address climate change. (Find the link here Read through the concluding part of the post here: ☑️ Invest in farmer education 👩🎓👩🏫👩🌾 and training programs focused on climate-smart agriculture by Equipping them with knowledge about sustainable practices, weather-resilient crops, and modern technologies enhances their ability to adapt to climate challenges. ☑️ Advocate for and implement policies that incentivize sustainable agricultural practices. Governments can play a crucial role in creating an enabling environment for climate-smart agric ☑️ Foster community-based approaches to sustainable agriculture. Collaborative efforts within communities can lead to the sharing of best practices, pooling resources, and collectively addressing the challenges posed by climate change. ☑️ Support ongoing research and innovation in agricultural practices. By combining these strategies, agriculture in Africa can transform into a resilient and sustainable solution to climate change, ensuring food security and environmental health for future generations. #sustainableAgriculture #researchdevelopment #climatechange #climateadapation #climatefinance #cop28 #uae2023 #hbgreenacresfarm

#Market-based approaches to #forest #conservation like #carbon #offsets and #deforestation-free certification schemes have largely failed to protect trees or alleviate #poverty, according to a major scientific review published on Monday. The global study—the most comprehensive of its kind to date—found that #trade and #finance-driven initiatives had made "limited" progress halting deforestation and in some cases worsened economic #inequality. Drawn from years of academic and field work, the report compiled by the IUFRO - International Union of Forest Research Organizations, a group of 15,000 scientists in 120 countries, will be presented at a high-level United Nations forum starting Monday. Its authors urged a "radical rethink" of increasingly popular #marketbased approaches often promoted as effective at saving #forests, curbing global warming and raising living standards in developing nations. "The evidence does not support the claim of win-wins or triple wins for environment, economy and people often made for market mechanisms as a policy response to environmental problems," said contributing author Maria Brockhaus from the University of Helsinki. "Rather our cases show that poverty and forest loss both are persistent across different regions of the world... where market mechanisms have been the main policy option for decades".

Today is #WorldOceansDay, a day to spotlight the incredible work of TRANSFORM enterprises dedicated to protecting marine ecosystems and building sustainable ocean-based economies. 🌱 Restorative seaweed farming is emerging as a key solution for the future of our oceans and climate. We are proud to collaborate with Coast 4C to expand restorative seaweed farming for small-scale fishers linked to community-based marine protected areas in the Philippines. Follow co-founder & CEO Nick Hill for video updates of the initiative in action! 🌊 Baeru, a women-led climate action organisation founded by the inspiring Divya Hedge, equips fishing communities with tools to retrieve ocean plastics during their expeditions. Baeru not only protects the environment but also boosts livelihoods by paying fair prices for their high-value finds. Through mentoring and funding, we’ve helped Baeru establish India’s first coastal payback material facility, providing income opportunities specifically for women. According to the United Nations, 90 per cent of big fish populations are depleted, and 50 per cent of coral reefs are destroyed. With the ocean playing a crucial role in the global economy, projected to employ 40 million people by 2030, there is still much to be done to protect our oceans and support those who rely on them. Working with visionary businesses like Coast 4C and Baeru is a true privilege. #WeTRANSFORMLives #ProtectOurOceans #SDG14 #SDGs

Massive deforestation in Cameroon threatens biodiversity and local communities' rights. Environmental leaders like Samuel Nguiffo and Stella Tchoukep demand immediate international intervention to halt illegal logging and agro-industrial plantations. The devastation not only harms the environment but also jeopardizes livelihoods and cultural heritage. Let's unite to protect Cameroon's forests and uphold human rights. #SaveCameroonForests #StopDeforestation #EnvironmentalJustice