By Marlene Moses, “The stars are aligned for Small Island Developing States.” These words, spoken last year by a distinguished colleague, now the Foreign Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, well describe the rare chance we have this year to improve the quality of life for SIDS – and the obligation we have as… Continue reading The Stars Are Aligned
Author: MCrocker
Final Preparatory Committee for the Third International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
Statement delivered by Nauru on behalf of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) 23 June 2014, United Nations, New York Distinguished Co-Chairs, At the outset allow me to commend you for the stellar work in which you have steered the process of the Preparatory Committee Meetings for the Third International Conference on Small Island… Continue reading Final Preparatory Committee for the Third International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 14 June 2014: Small islands lay out priorities ahead of Lima
At the closing of the latest round of international climate talks in Bonn, Germany, Ambassador Marlene Moses, Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), a group of 44 low-lying and coastal countries that are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, released the following statement: “We began this session on the heels of the recent… Continue reading FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 14 June 2014: Small islands lay out priorities ahead of Lima
Pacific presidents speak out against Australia’s stand on climate change
Pacific leaders from vulnerable low-lying countries have criticised Australia’s regressive moves on climate change. During the Prime Minister’s visit to the United States, where climate and energy issues were expected to be high on the agenda, and on the heels of an effort by Australia to build an international coalition against putting a price on… Continue reading Pacific presidents speak out against Australia’s stand on climate change
UNEP World Environment Day Focuses on SIDS
The UN General Assembly declared 2014 as the International Year of Small Island Developing States to celebrate the contributions that this group of countries and territories has made to the world. These small islands are home to vibrant and distinct cultures and heritage as well as to rich ecosystems, biodiversity and dazzling landscapes. But the… Continue reading UNEP World Environment Day Focuses on SIDS
For Immediate Release: Small Islands See Opportunity for Essential Progress at Bonn Climate Talks
At the opening of the latest round of international climate talks in Bonn, Germany, Ambassador Marlene Moses, Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), a group of 44 low-lying and coastal countries that are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, released the following statement: “These negotiations open against the backdrop of… Continue reading For Immediate Release: Small Islands See Opportunity for Essential Progress at Bonn Climate Talks
May 22: International Day For (Island) Biodiversity
The International Year of SIDS provides an important opportunity to call attention to a number of issues of grave concern to SIDS, including of course the subject at hand today: biodiversity and we are pleased to be here to discuss especially island biodiversity. Island species are unique in their vulnerability and of the over 700… Continue reading May 22: International Day For (Island) Biodiversity
IPCC REPORT Underscores Need For Near-Term Effort
While the latest report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change will come as no surprise to the citizens of Small Island Developing States who have been living with increasingly severe impacts of climate change for years, it does underscore the need for urgent action from the international community to keep them from spinning beyond… Continue reading IPCC REPORT Underscores Need For Near-Term Effort
NYT Photo Essay Sends Powerful Message About Risks to SIDS
The New York Times has published a powerful photo essay about the impending danger of sea level rise with pictures from Fiji and Kiribati. “Globally, sea levels have risen eight to 10 inches since 1880, but several studies show that trend accelerating as Arctic sea ice melts. If carbon emissions continue unchecked, a recent survey of… Continue reading NYT Photo Essay Sends Powerful Message About Risks to SIDS
