Climate Change Threatens U.S. Water Sustainability
Written by Melissa Finucane Monday, 26 July 2010 10:25
The Nature Conservancy Press Release (reprinted with permission)
Nearly 1/3 of U.S. Communities at “Extreme” or “High” Risk of Water Supply Falling Short of Demand
ARLINGTON, VA - July 20, 2010 - Climate change will increase the risk of over-allocating future water supply across the United States, according to a report released today by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
SPREP Launches study on regional financing for climate change
Written by Melissa Finucane Monday, 26 July 2010 10:20
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Press Release (reprinted with permission)
7/23/2010
The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) has commenced a study with a view to establishing a regional Climate Change Fund or other mechanism. It will aim to help Pacific island countries improve access to and management of the various financial resources being committed globally to combat climate change.
Condolence Message for Friends and Family of Joe Konno
Written by Melissa Finucane Wednesday, 23 June 2010 12:25
6/22/2010
The Pacific RISA research team sends sincere condolences to the family and friends of Joe Konno. We are very saddened by Joe’s sudden passing and will miss him greatly. Joe’s experience and expertise made a unique contribution to addressing the impacts of climate change on Pacific Islanders. His tireless work helped people around the world to better understand the challenges being faced. We will remember Joe for his most dedicated and generous nature.
A press release by the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia can be found at:
http://www.fsmgov.org/press/pr052810.htm
No consensus towards Cancun, revised text not balanced, says negotiators
Written by Melissa Finucane Wednesday, 23 June 2010 12:21
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Press Release (reprinted with permission)
6/11/2010
By Makereta Komai for Climate Pasifika in Bonn, Germany
11 June 2010 Bonn, Germany --- After two weeks of climate change talks in the German city of Bonn, there are more questions than answers to what was expected to be a consensus text to usher in a possible legally binding deal in Cancun, Mexico at the end of the year.
Pacific Biodiversity and Climate Change
Written by Melissa Finucane Wednesday, 12 May 2010 11:38
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Press Release (reprinted with permission)
5/6/2010
Opening remarks from David Sheppard Director of SPREP at the Pacific Biodiversity and Climate Change workshop at SPREP in Samoa, 6 and 7 May.
More Articles...
Page 1 of 13
RSS Feeds