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NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NEW Voices of Change podcast EPISODE!

This week we feature Khadija Stewart - environmental activist and founder of EcoVybz Environmental Creatives, who uses her voice to protect our oceans and empower a new generation of ocean guardians - bringing young Caribbean ocean professionals into the global conversation. Khadija says part of her ongoing mission is to strengthen youth representation, regional capacity, and justice-driven storytelling in ocean and climate spaces.

Here's the link to the Voices of Change podcast, Protecting The Caribbean's Oceans - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6YDhkomdcKqsbDnNSJZhmH?si=Gv_SzKPGQPuLBlG4mof3HQ

NEW Voices of Change podcast EPISODE!

This week we feature Khadija Stewart - environmental activist and founder of EcoVybz Environmental Creatives, who uses her voice to protect our oceans and empower a new generation of ocean guardians - bringing young Caribbean ocean professionals into the global conversation. Khadija says part of her ongoing mission is to strengthen youth representation, regional capacity, and justice-driven storytelling in ocean and climate spaces.

Here's the link to the Voices of Change podcast, Protecting The Caribbean's Oceans - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6YDhkomdcKqsbDnNSJZhmH?si=Gv_SzKPGQPuLBlG4mof3HQ

Brightening the future in Saint Lucia!
Dennery Infant & Primary Schools are now powered by a solar microgrid and water pump system, thanks to a collaboration with EU’s Global Gateway, GIZ, RMI & CFAN.

Some of the key benefits of the project include:
] Powered during storms
] Supports national climate goals (NDC 3.0)
] Built with local leaders for lasting impact

“This is a blueprint for scaling climate resilience across the island.” — Kurt Inglis, acting Chief Energy and Public Utilities Officer.

#RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #SaintLucia #SolarSchools #EUGlobalGateway #Education #Resilience

Brightening the future in Saint Lucia!
Dennery Infant & Primary Schools are now powered by a solar microgrid and water pump system, thanks to a collaboration with EU’s Global Gateway, GIZ, RMI & CFAN.

Some of the key benefits of the project include:
] Powered during storms
] Supports national climate goals (NDC 3.0)
] Built with local leaders for lasting impact

“This is a blueprint for scaling climate resilience across the island.” — Kurt Inglis, acting Chief Energy and Public Utilities Officer.

#RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #SaintLucia #SolarSchools #EUGlobalGateway #Education #Resilience

The CCJP-Youth IRIE Climate Voices 2D Animation Training Program officially begins today, with 45 Caribbean youth stepping into the world of digital storytelling.

In Small Island Developing States, storytelling is more than culture - it’s a way to share real experiences of climate change that data alone can’t fully express. Through animation, these young voices will bring to life the challenges, hopes, and solutions from the frontlines of the climate crisis.

This workshop is about more than art—it’s about agency, visibility, and impact. Stay tuned as a new generation turns creativity into climate action.

#IrieVoices #CCJP #ClimateJustice #CaribbeanYouth #AnimationTraining #SIDSStories #YouthClimateAction #2DAnimation #CaribbeanCreatives

The CCJP-Youth IRIE Climate Voices 2D Animation Training Program officially begins today, with 45 Caribbean youth stepping into the world of digital storytelling.

In Small Island Developing States, storytelling is more than culture - it’s a way to share real experiences of climate change that data alone can’t fully express. Through animation, these young voices will bring to life the challenges, hopes, and solutions from the frontlines of the climate crisis.

This workshop is about more than art—it’s about agency, visibility, and impact. Stay tuned as a new generation turns creativity into climate action.

#IrieVoices #CCJP #ClimateJustice #CaribbeanYouth #AnimationTraining #SIDSStories #YouthClimateAction #2DAnimation #CaribbeanCreatives

NEW Voices of Change Podcast EPISODE!

The is week on CCJP-Youth IRIE's Voices of Change Podcast, we feature, Climate Tracker Caribbean Regional Coordinator, Dizzanne Billy. Dizzanne tells our Ryan Bachoo that her interest in climate change story-telling piqued after attending COP21 in 2015, and observed the under-representation of Caribbean voices in the climate change conversation. Dizzanne says, she returned home with “a clear purpose – to create a space for Caribbean voices in the global climate narrative where we can share what is happening to us from a first hand experience.”

Here's the link to VOC-Telling Our Climate Change Stories - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3rgez8m5xIiyd73uowLxrZ?si=zVMcp4sVSd2istIDxWY2Ww

NEW Voices of Change Podcast EPISODE!

The is week on CCJP-Youth IRIE's Voices of Change Podcast, we feature, Climate Tracker Caribbean Regional Coordinator, Dizzanne Billy. Dizzanne tells our Ryan Bachoo that her interest in climate change story-telling piqued after attending COP21 in 2015, and observed the under-representation of Caribbean voices in the climate change conversation. Dizzanne says, she returned home with “a clear purpose – to create a space for Caribbean voices in the global climate narrative where we can share what is happening to us from a first hand experience.”

Here's the link to VOC-Telling Our Climate Change Stories - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3rgez8m5xIiyd73uowLxrZ?si=zVMcp4sVSd2istIDxWY2Ww

A Stronger, Safer, Smarter Fisheries Sector for Saint Lucia!

Saint Lucia is leading the way in climate resilience with the new FISH-ADAPT project, thanks to a US $16.7 million boost from the Green Climate Fund.

What it means:
1] Safer & more productive fishing
2] A circular economy to reduce waste
3] Better access to weather data for fisherfolk
4] Resilient fish habitats & upgraded landing sites
5] Support for sea moss & aquaculture farmers
6] Diversified incomes for over 75,000 beneficiaries

As climate change continues to impact our marine and inland ecosystems, FISH-ADAPT is a vital step toward a more sustainable, secure, and equitable blue economy.

More at @FAO: https://www.fao.org/newsroom/detail/green-climate-fund-approves-a-record--300-million-for-fao-designed-projects-in-papua-new-guinea--saint-lucia-and-the-sahel/en

#FishAdapt #SaintLucia #CaribbeanClimateAction #FAO #BlueEconomy #ClimateResilience #GCF #Aquaculture #FisheriesTransformation #SeaMossFarmers #FisherfolkFirst #IslandInnovation

A Stronger, Safer, Smarter Fisheries Sector for Saint Lucia!

Saint Lucia is leading the way in climate resilience with the new FISH-ADAPT project, thanks to a US $16.7 million boost from the Green Climate Fund.

What it means:
1] Safer & more productive fishing
2] A circular economy to reduce waste
3] Better access to weather data for fisherfolk
4] Resilient fish habitats & upgraded landing sites
5] Support for sea moss & aquaculture farmers
6] Diversified incomes for over 75,000 beneficiaries

As climate change continues to impact our marine and inland ecosystems, FISH-ADAPT is a vital step toward a more sustainable, secure, and equitable blue economy.

More at @FAO: https://www.fao.org/newsroom/detail/green-climate-fund-approves-a-record--300-million-for-fao-designed-projects-in-papua-new-guinea--saint-lucia-and-the-sahel/en

#FishAdapt #SaintLucia #CaribbeanClimateAction #FAO #BlueEconomy #ClimateResilience #GCF #Aquaculture #FisheriesTransformation #SeaMossFarmers #FisherfolkFirst #IslandInnovation

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

📉 ODA Cuts = Climate Injustice 🌍

The G7 is slashing Official Development Assistance by 28% by 2026 — these are the biggest cut since records began. For Small Island Developing States (SIDS), this is not just numbers — it is survival.

We are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Yet our access to aid is blocked by outdated GDP metrics that ignore our real vulnerabilities.

💬 We need finance based on vulnerability, not income.

💡 ODA and climate finance help SIDS:
✅ Build climate resilience
✅ Protect coastlines & livelihoods
✅ Achieve the SDGs

🛑 Cutting aid now is a step backwards.
📢 Support SIDS. Demand climate justice.

#SupportSIDS #ClimateJustice #ODA #MVI #SDGs #LossAndDamage #GlobalSouth #G7 #ClimateFinance #SmallIslandsBigVoices #VulnerabilityNotGDP #CaribbeanVoices #DevelopmentJustice #AdaptationFinance #SIDSResilience

📉 ODA Cuts = Climate Injustice 🌍

The G7 is slashing Official Development Assistance by 28% by 2026 — these are the biggest cut since records began. For Small Island Developing States (SIDS), this is not just numbers — it is survival.

We are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Yet our access to aid is blocked by outdated GDP metrics that ignore our real vulnerabilities.

💬 We need finance based on vulnerability, not income.

💡 ODA and climate finance help SIDS:
✅ Build climate resilience
✅ Protect coastlines & livelihoods
✅ Achieve the SDGs

🛑 Cutting aid now is a step backwards.
📢 Support SIDS. Demand climate justice.

#SupportSIDS #ClimateJustice #ODA #MVI #SDGs #LossAndDamage #GlobalSouth #G7 #ClimateFinance #SmallIslandsBigVoices #VulnerabilityNotGDP #CaribbeanVoices #DevelopmentJustice #AdaptationFinance #SIDSResilience

POWERING THE CARIBBEAN'S CLEAN FUTURE
A groundbreaking new report from RMI maps out how our islands can transition to 100% renewable energy by 2035!

Report highlights include:
• Decentralized solar + batteries for grid resilience
• Utility‑scale wind & solar for big impact
• Geothermal & IPPs to diversify baseload
• Innovative financing to unlock US$11 B by 2030
• Community‑driven, just transition for all

Dive into the full report! (https://rmi.org/insight/a-caribbean-regional-transition-scenario/)
Authors: Skylar Bee, Zsaria Diaz, Dr. James Fletcher, David Gumbs, Jordon Hayles, Sidney Jules, Max Lainfiesta, Mark Lozano, Lillie Ogden, Wayne Omonuwa, Ian Welch‑Phillips

#CleanEnergy #Caribbean #EnergyTransition #Renewables #Resilience #JustTransition

POWERING THE CARIBBEAN'S CLEAN FUTURE
A groundbreaking new report from RMI maps out how our islands can transition to 100% renewable energy by 2035!

Report highlights include:
• Decentralized solar + batteries for grid resilience
• Utility‑scale wind & solar for big impact
• Geothermal & IPPs to diversify baseload
• Innovative financing to unlock US$11 B by 2030
• Community‑driven, just transition for all

Dive into the full report! (https://rmi.org/insight/a-caribbean-regional-transition-scenario/)
Authors: Skylar Bee, Zsaria Diaz, Dr. James Fletcher, David Gumbs, Jordon Hayles, Sidney Jules, Max Lainfiesta, Mark Lozano, Lillie Ogden, Wayne Omonuwa, Ian Welch‑Phillips

#CleanEnergy #Caribbean #EnergyTransition #Renewables #Resilience #JustTransition

FROM FIELD TO FUTRE: BAC‑SuF in Northern Belize is changing the game for sugarcane farmers. Funded with USD 38.8 million, including USD 25 million from the Green Climate Fund, this project equips 5,000+ farmers and 87,000 community members with resilient tools and training for climate-smart agriculture.

Key Highlights of the BAC-SuF Project:

+ Climate-ready sugarcane varieties & nurseries
+ Irrigation, drainage, and integrated pest systems
+ Knowledge hub empowering farmer-led learning

Why it matters:
Belize’s sugarcane sector lost 20% of its yield during the 2019 drought. BAC‑SuF is not just about recovery- it is a powerful example of equitable adaptation, championing a just transition for farming communities.

#ClimateJustice #JustTransition #FarmersFirst #Belize #SugarcaneResilience #ClimateAdvocacy

FROM FIELD TO FUTRE: BAC‑SuF in Northern Belize is changing the game for sugarcane farmers. Funded with USD 38.8 million, including USD 25 million from the Green Climate Fund, this project equips 5,000+ farmers and 87,000 community members with resilient tools and training for climate-smart agriculture.

Key Highlights of the BAC-SuF Project:

+ Climate-ready sugarcane varieties & nurseries
+ Irrigation, drainage, and integrated pest systems
+ Knowledge hub empowering farmer-led learning

Why it matters:
Belize’s sugarcane sector lost 20% of its yield during the 2019 drought. BAC‑SuF is not just about recovery- it is a powerful example of equitable adaptation, championing a just transition for farming communities.

#ClimateJustice #JustTransition #FarmersFirst #Belize #SugarcaneResilience #ClimateAdvocacy

CCC Official Groundbreaking at UB Belmopan!
What started as a single room on campus 20 years ago is now a vision for the future. On 25th June , 2025, the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre broke ground on its new HQ at the University of Belize, solidifying strategic ties and lighting the way for student-led climate leadership.

This new facility will offer scholarships, training programmes, citizen-science projects, and youth initiatives like UB‑ERI’s hands‑on climate grant. Together, we’re shaping a brighter, climate-resilient Caribbean, anchored in education and community.

#CCCCC #ClimateEducation #CaribbeanYouth #UBelize #climateactionph

CCC Official Groundbreaking at UB Belmopan!
What started as a single room on campus 20 years ago is now a vision for the future. On 25th June , 2025, the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre broke ground on its new HQ at the University of Belize, solidifying strategic ties and lighting the way for student-led climate leadership.

This new facility will offer scholarships, training programmes, citizen-science projects, and youth initiatives like UB‑ERI’s hands‑on climate grant. Together, we’re shaping a brighter, climate-resilient Caribbean, anchored in education and community.

#CCCCC #ClimateEducation #CaribbeanYouth #UBelize #climateactionph

YOU’VE GOT MAIL!

All acceptance letters for the Climate Voices 2D Animation Training Workshop are officially OUT!

Thanks to huge demand, we’ve upped our intake from 40 to 45 participants – just to give more of you the chance to shine!

To everyone who applied — THANK YOU. The response was incredible and your creativity continues to inspire us.

Tag us when you get your letter!
Let the storytelling begin.

#ClimateVoices #CCJP #AnimationTraining #CaribbeanCreatives #ClimateJusticeNow #2DAnimation #YouthVoices #CreativeActivism #YouthIRIE

YOU’VE GOT MAIL!

All acceptance letters for the Climate Voices 2D Animation Training Workshop are officially OUT!

Thanks to huge demand, we’ve upped our intake from 40 to 45 participants – just to give more of you the chance to shine!

To everyone who applied — THANK YOU. The response was incredible and your creativity continues to inspire us.

Tag us when you get your letter!
Let the storytelling begin.

#ClimateVoices #CCJP #AnimationTraining #CaribbeanCreatives #ClimateJusticeNow #2DAnimation #YouthVoices #CreativeActivism #YouthIRIE

HAPPY 20TH 5Cs!!!
On June 25, 2005, the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre began a transformative journey. Now we’re celebrating 20 years of science, innovation, and community impact! From securing water for vulnerable populations to protecting coastlines and unlocking more than US $200 million in climate finance, CCCCC stands as a regional beacon of hope and action.

The 20th Anniversary Banquet & Awards Ceremony held in Belize City, hosted leaders, partners, and changemakers in a gathering to honor the past and envision the future.

#CCCCCAt20 #ClimateResilience #CaribbeanClimate #ClimateJustice #CaribbeanStrong #BuildBackGreener

HAPPY 20TH 5Cs!!!
On June 25, 2005, the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre began a transformative journey. Now we’re celebrating 20 years of science, innovation, and community impact! From securing water for vulnerable populations to protecting coastlines and unlocking more than US $200 million in climate finance, CCCCC stands as a regional beacon of hope and action.

The 20th Anniversary Banquet & Awards Ceremony held in Belize City, hosted leaders, partners, and changemakers in a gathering to honor the past and envision the future.

#CCCCCAt20 #ClimateResilience #CaribbeanClimate #ClimateJustice #CaribbeanStrong #BuildBackGreener

NEW Voices of Change PODCAST EPISODES!
This week on Spotify, we feature two new episodes of our podcast, VOICES OF CHANGE. The first features Dominican national, Dr. Byron Winston - an environmental scientist - who discusses with Youth IRIE's Ryan Bachoo, a new perspective on waste management in the region (link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GKDDvdA1l2OLmtoHDE3kk?si=c3f36a78e3864e75) The other episode hosted by Youth IRIE's Alison Kentish, reflects on the 20th anniversary of the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (link:https://open.spotify.com/episode/52CaAikXyjNJ2G2pcPdjSM?si=8277e156b0d545d4) LISTEN & SHARE!

NEW Voices of Change PODCAST EPISODES!
This week on Spotify, we feature two new episodes of our podcast, VOICES OF CHANGE. The first features Dominican national, Dr. Byron Winston - an environmental scientist - who discusses with Youth IRIE's Ryan Bachoo, a new perspective on waste management in the region (link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GKDDvdA1l2OLmtoHDE3kk?si=c3f36a78e3864e75) The other episode hosted by Youth IRIE's Alison Kentish, reflects on the 20th anniversary of the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (link:https://open.spotify.com/episode/52CaAikXyjNJ2G2pcPdjSM?si=8277e156b0d545d4) LISTEN & SHARE!

THE LATEST from climate science is unmistakable: we have only 3 years to stop the planet from heating beyond 1.5 °C - and avoid catastrophic weather, rising seas, and biodiversity loss.
Here's what needs to happen, NOW more than ever:
1️⃣ Slash CO₂ emissions - switch to renewables
2️⃣ Push for stronger climate policies
3️⃣ Live consciously - reduce, reuse, resist waste

This is a climate emergency. Double‑tap if you stand for real change, and tag someone who needs to see this.

🔗 Link: BBC News – https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4l927dj5zo
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#ClimateCrisis #ActNow #1Point5Degrees #ClimateAction #OurOnlyHome

THE LATEST from climate science is unmistakable: we have only 3 years to stop the planet from heating beyond 1.5 °C - and avoid catastrophic weather, rising seas, and biodiversity loss.
Here's what needs to happen, NOW more than ever:
1️⃣ Slash CO₂ emissions - switch to renewables
2️⃣ Push for stronger climate policies
3️⃣ Live consciously - reduce, reuse, resist waste

This is a climate emergency. Double‑tap if you stand for real change, and tag someone who needs to see this.

🔗 Link: BBC News – https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4l927dj5zo
⁠
#ClimateCrisis #ActNow #1Point5Degrees #ClimateAction #OurOnlyHome

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

ALERT: Ocean Acidification Reaches a Tipping Point
Our oceans are silently screaming. A new study reveals that 40% of surface waters and 60% of deep ocean waters have crossed the limit of safe acidity levels. This rise in ocean acidification, caused by excess CO₂ absorption, is harming corals, shellfish, and entire marine ecosystems.

The areas most impacted are 1. Polar waters 2. Deep ocean zones and 3. Coastal upwelling regions like the west coast of North America
Read more:
(https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/gcb.7023)

#OceanAlert #AcidificationCrisis #ClimateEmergency #SaveOurSeas #OceanHealth #CoralBleaching #PlanetaryBoundaries

ALERT: Ocean Acidification Reaches a Tipping Point
Our oceans are silently screaming. A new study reveals that 40% of surface waters and 60% of deep ocean waters have crossed the limit of safe acidity levels. This rise in ocean acidification, caused by excess CO₂ absorption, is harming corals, shellfish, and entire marine ecosystems.

The areas most impacted are 1. Polar waters 2. Deep ocean zones and 3. Coastal upwelling regions like the west coast of North America
Read more:
(https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/gcb.7023)

#OceanAlert #AcidificationCrisis #ClimateEmergency #SaveOurSeas #OceanHealth #CoralBleaching #PlanetaryBoundaries

THANKS to all of you for applying and sharing! PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS CLOSE JUNE 21ST!

THANKS to all of you for applying and sharing! PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS CLOSE JUNE 21ST!

NEWS TO YOU - Race to the Sun: Caribbean-Taiwan Partnership

Taiwan has stepped up with US $200,000 to supercharge the Eastern Caribbean Solar Challenge — the first US $80,000 is already powering public-sector solar in Saint Lucia!

Launched in 2021 by Saint Lucia and the OECS, this "Race to the Sun" is rallying governments, businesses, and households to install 6.5 MW of solar by 2025 across the region.

Why this shines:
1. Lower energy costs & less fossil-fuel dependency
2. Boosts resilience against climate shocks
3. Creates green jobs & sustainable growth

#RaceToTheSun #EasternCaribbean #SolarChallenge #ClimateAction #GreenEnergy #OECS #Taiwan

NEWS TO YOU - Race to the Sun: Caribbean-Taiwan Partnership

Taiwan has stepped up with US $200,000 to supercharge the Eastern Caribbean Solar Challenge — the first US $80,000 is already powering public-sector solar in Saint Lucia!

Launched in 2021 by Saint Lucia and the OECS, this "Race to the Sun" is rallying governments, businesses, and households to install 6.5 MW of solar by 2025 across the region.

Why this shines:
1. Lower energy costs & less fossil-fuel dependency
2. Boosts resilience against climate shocks
3. Creates green jobs & sustainable growth

#RaceToTheSun #EasternCaribbean #SolarChallenge #ClimateAction #GreenEnergy #OECS #Taiwan

DID YOU KNOW? The plastics crisis is now a production crisis. Over 95 countries at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, backed the “Nice Wake‑Up Call,” pushing for the Global Plastics Treaty to limit new plastic production—not just manage waste or boost recycling.

What’s next? A lifecycle approach targeting production, harmful chemicals, design, and implementation. Treaty talks resume in Geneva, in August 2025. Proponents say they need legally binding cuts to plastic production.

Here's how YOU can be part of the change:
1️. Choose reusable alternatives
2️. Urge your government to support plastic production limits
3️. Raise awareness—tag a friend who cares about our oceans!

#PlasticFreeFuture #StopPlasticPollution #GlobalTreaty #NiceWakeUpCall

DID YOU KNOW? The plastics crisis is now a production crisis. Over 95 countries at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, backed the “Nice Wake‑Up Call,” pushing for the Global Plastics Treaty to limit new plastic production—not just manage waste or boost recycling.

What’s next? A lifecycle approach targeting production, harmful chemicals, design, and implementation. Treaty talks resume in Geneva, in August 2025. Proponents say they need legally binding cuts to plastic production.

Here's how YOU can be part of the change:
1️. Choose reusable alternatives
2️. Urge your government to support plastic production limits
3️. Raise awareness—tag a friend who cares about our oceans!

#PlasticFreeFuture #StopPlasticPollution #GlobalTreaty #NiceWakeUpCall

The Caribbean is on the frontlines of climate change, and it's time for our voices to be heard!
Join renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?
Listen on Spotify here - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

The Caribbean is on the frontlines of climate change, and it's time for our voices to be heard!
Join renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?
Listen on Spotify here - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

JOIN renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?
Spotify Link to Voices of Change - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

JOIN renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?
Spotify Link to Voices of Change - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

Dominica’s 10 MW Geothermal Power Plant is rising in the lush Roseau Valley! Situated in Laudat, this clean-energy game-changer is set to power 23,000 homes — day and night — using the Earth’s natural heat.

Financed by a US $34.8M CDB loan and built by Ormat under a 25-year agreement signed at COP 28, the plant is scheduled to light up by Christmas Day 2025. This means lower energy bills, fewer emissions, and stronger resilience for the Nature Isle.

Why it matters:
1. Reduces fossil fuel use
2. Supports national #cleanenergy goals
3. Creates green jobs & energy security

#DominicaGreen #GeothermalEnergy #NatureIsle #RenewableDominica

Dominica’s 10 MW Geothermal Power Plant is rising in the lush Roseau Valley! Situated in Laudat, this clean-energy game-changer is set to power 23,000 homes — day and night — using the Earth’s natural heat.

Financed by a US $34.8M CDB loan and built by Ormat under a 25-year agreement signed at COP 28, the plant is scheduled to light up by Christmas Day 2025. This means lower energy bills, fewer emissions, and stronger resilience for the Nature Isle.

Why it matters:
1. Reduces fossil fuel use
2. Supports national #cleanenergy goals
3. Creates green jobs & energy security

#DominicaGreen #GeothermalEnergy #NatureIsle #RenewableDominica

#sids #climatejustice #youthirie #ccjp #climatecrisis #caribbeanclimatejustice

#sids #climatejustice #youthirie #ccjp #climatecrisis #caribbeanclimatejustice

THE CARIBBEAN IS ON THE FRONTLINES OF CLIMATE CHANGE, and it's time for our voices to be heard!
Join renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?

Spotify Link to Voices of Change - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

THE CARIBBEAN IS ON THE FRONTLINES OF CLIMATE CHANGE, and it's time for our voices to be heard!
Join renowned Caribbean journalists Alison Kentish and Ryan Bachoo for Voices of Change, as they explore the causes impacts, solutions, and issues of climate change affecting our region. Produced by the Caribbean Climate Justice and Youth IRIE, this podcast is made for Caribbean youth who care about their future and want to act.
Expect powerful conversations, expert insights, and real solutions—all tailored for the next generation of changemakers. The climate is changing. Are YOU?

Spotify Link to Voices of Change - https://open.spotify.com/show/3KF1xDizj82cl0fdGl6OQx

During the course of this week, we will highlight some of the findings of an important piece of work by Vikrant Power, Ilan Noy, and Emily Watkins on the impacts of Loss and Damage on SIDS
#lossanddamage #sids #ccjp #youthirie

During the course of this week, we will highlight some of the findings of an important piece of work by Vikrant Power, Ilan Noy, and Emily Watkins on the impacts of Loss and Damage on SIDS
#lossanddamage #sids #ccjp #youthirie

SEAWEED - A FISHERMAN'S POV

SEAWEED - A FISHERMAN'S POV

CALLING CARIBBEAN CREATIVES!

Are you ready to use your art for impact? Join the Climate Voices Animation Workshop - a 6-month training program designed to empower young Caribbean artists (ages 18–35) to tackle climate change through 2D animation.

Course Starts: July 8th, 2025
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Who can apply?
1. English-speaking Caribbean residents
2. Age 18–35
3. Basic animation & computer skills
4. Must own computer/laptop & graphic tablet

Limited spots available! Register now and submit your artwork by June 28th, 2025.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/KWypWnZvmC4GBttG9
Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

#ClimateVoices #2DAnimation #CaribbeanCreatives #ClimateChange #ArtForAction #AnimationWorkshop #CreativeAdvocacy #YouthVoices #ClimateAction #CaribbeanYouth

CALLING CARIBBEAN CREATIVES!

Are you ready to use your art for impact? Join the Climate Voices Animation Workshop - a 6-month training program designed to empower young Caribbean artists (ages 18–35) to tackle climate change through 2D animation.

Course Starts: July 8th, 2025
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Who can apply?
1. English-speaking Caribbean residents
2. Age 18–35
3. Basic animation & computer skills
4. Must own computer/laptop & graphic tablet

Limited spots available! Register now and submit your artwork by June 28th, 2025.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/KWypWnZvmC4GBttG9
Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

#ClimateVoices #2DAnimation #CaribbeanCreatives #ClimateChange #ArtForAction #AnimationWorkshop #CreativeAdvocacy #YouthVoices #ClimateAction #CaribbeanYouth

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS...

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS...

COUNTRY FOCUS - Guyana’s “Wet Neighborhood” — Rich in Oil, Risky for the Climate

Guyana is at the heart of a high-stakes paradox: massive offshore oil wealth vs growing climate threats. In a region dubbed the “wet neighborhood,” Guyana faces both opportunity and peril. Professor Ivelaw Griffith urges smart governance to ensure oil profits don’t come at the cost of climate resilience.
Full article via @globalvoicesonline

#GuyanaOil #ClimateCrisis #CaribbeanVoices #EnergyTransition #SustainabilityNow #WetNeighborhood

COUNTRY FOCUS - Guyana’s “Wet Neighborhood” — Rich in Oil, Risky for the Climate

Guyana is at the heart of a high-stakes paradox: massive offshore oil wealth vs growing climate threats. In a region dubbed the “wet neighborhood,” Guyana faces both opportunity and peril. Professor Ivelaw Griffith urges smart governance to ensure oil profits don’t come at the cost of climate resilience.
Full article via @globalvoicesonline

#GuyanaOil #ClimateCrisis #CaribbeanVoices #EnergyTransition #SustainabilityNow #WetNeighborhood

ARE YOU HURRICANE READY?
The 2025 hurricane season has officially begun, and CDEMA is sounding the alarm.
Executive Director Elizabeth Riley reminds us: storms are getting stronger and less predictable. Now is the time for vigilance and preparation.

Here’s what YOU can do:
1 Build or update your emergency kit
2 Know your shelter routes
3 Follow trusted disaster agencies
4 Share this with family & neighbors

Together, we can strengthen the Caribbean’s resilience.

#CDEMA #HurricanePreparedness #ResilientCaribbean #DisasterReady #AtlanticHurricaneSeason #CommunitySafety #2025HurricaneSeason #StormSafety

ARE YOU HURRICANE READY?
The 2025 hurricane season has officially begun, and CDEMA is sounding the alarm.
Executive Director Elizabeth Riley reminds us: storms are getting stronger and less predictable. Now is the time for vigilance and preparation.

Here’s what YOU can do:
1 Build or update your emergency kit
2 Know your shelter routes
3 Follow trusted disaster agencies
4 Share this with family & neighbors

Together, we can strengthen the Caribbean’s resilience.

#CDEMA #HurricanePreparedness #ResilientCaribbean #DisasterReady #AtlanticHurricaneSeason #CommunitySafety #2025HurricaneSeason #StormSafety

Brace for an Active 2025 Hurricane Season!

The Atlantic hurricane season kicks off on June 1, and forecasts indicate an above-normal season with:
A. 13–19 named storms
B. 6–10 hurricanes
C. 3–5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher)

Contributing factors:
1. Warmer ocean temperatures
2. ENSO-neutral to La Niña conditions
3. High Ocean Heat Content

Eastern Caribbean islands like Saint Lucia, Antigua, and Grenada should remain vigilant. Early preparation is key to safety.

#HurricaneSeason2025 #EasternCaribbean #StaySafe #ClimateAwareness #NOAA

Brace for an Active 2025 Hurricane Season!

The Atlantic hurricane season kicks off on June 1, and forecasts indicate an above-normal season with:
A. 13–19 named storms
B. 6–10 hurricanes
C. 3–5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher)

Contributing factors:
1. Warmer ocean temperatures
2. ENSO-neutral to La Niña conditions
3. High Ocean Heat Content

Eastern Caribbean islands like Saint Lucia, Antigua, and Grenada should remain vigilant. Early preparation is key to safety.

#HurricaneSeason2025 #EasternCaribbean #StaySafe #ClimateAwareness #NOAA

Sargassum Strategy: Grenada Invests in Seaweed Solutions

A seaweed once seen as a nuisance may now hold the key to economic opportunity. The Grenada Solid Waste Management Authority has received five specially designed vessels from the Japan International Cooperation Agency, marking a major step toward the commercial collection of Sargassum seaweed. The vessels will help trap and collect the invasive seaweed before it washes ashore — part of a broader plan to transform this environmental challenge into a viable business opportunity. As training continues and international interest grows, the Authority is positioning Sargassum not as waste, but as a resource with real commercial promise.

Sargassum Strategy: Grenada Invests in Seaweed Solutions

A seaweed once seen as a nuisance may now hold the key to economic opportunity. The Grenada Solid Waste Management Authority has received five specially designed vessels from the Japan International Cooperation Agency, marking a major step toward the commercial collection of Sargassum seaweed. The vessels will help trap and collect the invasive seaweed before it washes ashore — part of a broader plan to transform this environmental challenge into a viable business opportunity. As training continues and international interest grows, the Authority is positioning Sargassum not as waste, but as a resource with real commercial promise.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

YOUTH AT THE HEART OF CLIMATE ACTION in Saint Lucia

DID YOU KNOW? Saint Lucia is setting a precedent by integrating youth into its national climate strategies. Through collaboration with UNICEF, young leaders are now key contributors to the country's climate policies, ensuring their voices drive sustainable change.

Organizations like the Saint Lucia National Youth Council and CYEN are active members of the National Climate Change Committee, influencing decisions that will shape their future.

Education is also a focal point, with climate change topics being incorporated into school curricula, preparing the next generation for addressing environmental challenges head-on.

Discover more: UNICEF Eastern Caribbean

#YouthInClimate #SaintLucia #ClimateAction #UNICEF #SustainableFuture

YOUTH AT THE HEART OF CLIMATE ACTION in Saint Lucia

DID YOU KNOW? Saint Lucia is setting a precedent by integrating youth into its national climate strategies. Through collaboration with UNICEF, young leaders are now key contributors to the country's climate policies, ensuring their voices drive sustainable change.

Organizations like the Saint Lucia National Youth Council and CYEN are active members of the National Climate Change Committee, influencing decisions that will shape their future.

Education is also a focal point, with climate change topics being incorporated into school curricula, preparing the next generation for addressing environmental challenges head-on.

Discover more: UNICEF Eastern Caribbean

#YouthInClimate #SaintLucia #ClimateAction #UNICEF #SustainableFuture

TURNING THE TIDE ON CLIMATE CHANGE with 3D-printed BIOCAP tiles!
These coral-inspired structures:

1. Offer safe havens for marine species.
2. Reduce wave impact, safeguarding our shores.
3. Help maintain cooler waters for ocean life.

A brilliant blend of science, design, and sustainability.

#ClimateAction #SustainableDesign #MarineConservation #BIOCAP #MiamiInnovation

TURNING THE TIDE ON CLIMATE CHANGE with 3D-printed BIOCAP tiles!
These coral-inspired structures:

1. Offer safe havens for marine species.
2. Reduce wave impact, safeguarding our shores.
3. Help maintain cooler waters for ocean life.

A brilliant blend of science, design, and sustainability.

#ClimateAction #SustainableDesign #MarineConservation #BIOCAP #MiamiInnovation

HERE'S WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO...
The Caribbean Climate Justice Project recently partnered with Helen's Daughters at their empowering community wellness drive in Vieux Fort. The CCJP team, including CCJP/YouthIRIE Program Manager, Genesis T. Alfred, were on the ground educating attendees about the critical realities of climate change, climate justice, and the urgent need for a transition to renewable energy in the region.

This HTS News Force TV report showcases our role in providing crucial information and resources, including our anthology "Where is the Justice?" and graphic novel series, "The Climate Tipping Point". Witness how grassroots efforts, like this collaboration with Helen's Daughters, are essential for driving climate action and fostering a more sustainable future for all.

HERE'S WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO...
The Caribbean Climate Justice Project recently partnered with Helen's Daughters at their empowering community wellness drive in Vieux Fort. The CCJP team, including CCJP/YouthIRIE Program Manager, Genesis T. Alfred, were on the ground educating attendees about the critical realities of climate change, climate justice, and the urgent need for a transition to renewable energy in the region.

This HTS News Force TV report showcases our role in providing crucial information and resources, including our anthology "Where is the Justice?" and graphic novel series, "The Climate Tipping Point". Witness how grassroots efforts, like this collaboration with Helen's Daughters, are essential for driving climate action and fostering a more sustainable future for all.

A SWEET SURPRISE!

Turning sunlight and sugarcane waste into clean hydrogen fuel? It's happening!
This groundbreaking innovation produces hydrogen fuel four times more efficiently, using resources abundant in the Caribbean. It's a sustainable solution that could transform our energy landscape.

Why It Matters:

A. Eco-Friendly: Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and cuts carbon emissions.
B. Economic Opportunity: Potential for job creation in green industries.
C. Energy Independence: Harnessing local resources for our energy needs.

#CleanEnergyFuture #CaribbeanInnovation #SustainableLiving #YouthClimateAction

A SWEET SURPRISE!

Turning sunlight and sugarcane waste into clean hydrogen fuel? It's happening!
This groundbreaking innovation produces hydrogen fuel four times more efficiently, using resources abundant in the Caribbean. It's a sustainable solution that could transform our energy landscape.

Why It Matters:

A. Eco-Friendly: Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and cuts carbon emissions.
B. Economic Opportunity: Potential for job creation in green industries.
C. Energy Independence: Harnessing local resources for our energy needs.

#CleanEnergyFuture #CaribbeanInnovation #SustainableLiving #YouthClimateAction

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

NOT SO FUNNY FRIDAYS.

Youth IRIE Ambassador, Shahad Husain of Guyana says, urgent change is needed for climate action, justice, and environmental improvement in developing countries. Small Island Developing States face critical crises requiring solutions. High level engagement is essential for addressing crises, demanding groundwork at all levels and that includes grassroots participation in environmental issues.

Youth IRIE Ambassador, Shahad Husain of Guyana says, urgent change is needed for climate action, justice, and environmental improvement in developing countries. Small Island Developing States face critical crises requiring solutions. High level engagement is essential for addressing crises, demanding groundwork at all levels and that includes grassroots participation in environmental issues.

WHAT IS THIS MACHINE CALLED?

WHAT IS THIS MACHINE CALLED?

DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT THIS TECH IS? Comment below.

DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT THIS TECH IS? Comment below.

🌀 HURRICANE SEASON 2025
The season runs from June 1 to November 30 and NEMO Saint Lucia is urging everyone to be prepared, stay safe, and reduce risk.

1. Make your emergency kit
2. Plan your evacuation route
3. Follow @nemoslu for updates

Let’s stay ready, Saint Lucia!
#NEMO #HurricaneSeason #DisasterPreparedness #SaintLucia #StaySafe #2025StormNames #StaySafeCaribbean

🌀 HURRICANE SEASON 2025
The season runs from June 1 to November 30 and NEMO Saint Lucia is urging everyone to be prepared, stay safe, and reduce risk.

1. Make your emergency kit
2. Plan your evacuation route
3. Follow @nemoslu for updates

Let’s stay ready, Saint Lucia!
#NEMO #HurricaneSeason #DisasterPreparedness #SaintLucia #StaySafe #2025StormNames #StaySafeCaribbean

🚨 FLOOD WARNING ISSUED FOR SAINT LUCIA 🚨
📅 Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
🕓 Effective: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

The Saint Lucia Meteorological Services has issued a Flood Warning due to significant moisture and instability from a shearline. Over 25.4mm (1 inch) of rainfall has already been recorded in the last 12 hours, with more expected in the next 6 hours.

Risks include flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas and landslides in vulnerable regions.

PUBLIC ADVISORY:
Motorists and residents—especially those in high-risk areas—are strongly urged to exercise caution.

Stay alert for further updates from the Saint Lucia Meteorological Services and The National Emergency Management Organization, NEMO.

#StLuciaWeather #FloodWarning #StaySafe #NEMO #SLUMET

🚨 FLOOD WARNING ISSUED FOR SAINT LUCIA 🚨
📅 Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
🕓 Effective: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

The Saint Lucia Meteorological Services has issued a Flood Warning due to significant moisture and instability from a shearline. Over 25.4mm (1 inch) of rainfall has already been recorded in the last 12 hours, with more expected in the next 6 hours.

Risks include flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas and landslides in vulnerable regions.

PUBLIC ADVISORY:
Motorists and residents—especially those in high-risk areas—are strongly urged to exercise caution.

Stay alert for further updates from the Saint Lucia Meteorological Services and The National Emergency Management Organization, NEMO.

#StLuciaWeather #FloodWarning #StaySafe #NEMO #SLUMET

Sargassum Alert! The Caribbean is facing one of its worst seaweed invasions in 2025.

HAVE YOU SEEN the thick mats of Sargassum washing up on beaches, disrupting marine life and tourism? Scientists warn that climate change is fueling this crisis, with rising ocean temperatures and pollution creating the perfect storm for excessive growth.

Why is this happening? 1. Warmer waters accelerate Sargassum spread. 2. Agricultural runoff feeds the bloom. 3. Deforestation disrupts natural nutrient cycles.

Solutions? Governments are working on cleanup efforts, but the real fix lies in tackling climate change and reducing pollution.

Post your photos and videos of the Sargassum in your area in the comments and tell us the location.

Sargassum Alert! The Caribbean is facing one of its worst seaweed invasions in 2025.

HAVE YOU SEEN the thick mats of Sargassum washing up on beaches, disrupting marine life and tourism? Scientists warn that climate change is fueling this crisis, with rising ocean temperatures and pollution creating the perfect storm for excessive growth.

Why is this happening? 1. Warmer waters accelerate Sargassum spread. 2. Agricultural runoff feeds the bloom. 3. Deforestation disrupts natural nutrient cycles.

Solutions? Governments are working on cleanup efforts, but the real fix lies in tackling climate change and reducing pollution.

Post your photos and videos of the Sargassum in your area in the comments and tell us the location.

CCJP's Dr. James Fletcher Named REN21 Renewable Energy Champion

Dr. James Fletcher, former Minister for Public Service, Information, Broadcasting, Sustainable Development, Energy, Science and Technology in Saint Lucia, has been designated a Renewable Energy Champion by REN21 at the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) 2025 . This recognition is part of REN21’s Renewable Energy Champions Initiative, which aims to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy. Dr. Fletcher joins Ramón Méndez Galain of Uruguay as an inaugural global Champion.

REN21 acknowledged Dr. Fletcher's leadership in advancing sustainable energy policies in Saint Lucia, building strategic partnerships, and advocating for regional integration and international climate justice. His contributions to the Paris Agreement negotiations, particularly his advocacy for the 1.5°C temperature goal, were also highlighted. He currently serves as the CARICOM Climate Envoy and a Council Member of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). Dr. Fletcher is also the founder of SOLORICON Ltd., a consultancy focusing on climate change, renewable energy, sustainable development, and environmental governance, and leads the Caribbean Climate Justice Project and the Youth IRIE (Innovators for Renewable and Inclusive Energy) initiative.

The Renewable Energy Champions Initiative is supported by REN21 in collaboration with Partners for Inclusive Energy (PIE) and the Growald Climate Fund. It seeks to leverage the expertise and leadership of policymakers to enhance efforts toward clean, inclusive, and resilient energy systems. REN21, a global renewable energy community comprising actors from science, governments, NGOs, and industry, is mobilizing former ministers and senior officials to support current political leaders through energy diplomacy, policy dialogue, and strategic storytelling.

CCJP's Dr. James Fletcher Named REN21 Renewable Energy Champion

Dr. James Fletcher, former Minister for Public Service, Information, Broadcasting, Sustainable Development, Energy, Science and Technology in Saint Lucia, has been designated a Renewable Energy Champion by REN21 at the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) 2025 . This recognition is part of REN21’s Renewable Energy Champions Initiative, which aims to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy. Dr. Fletcher joins Ramón Méndez Galain of Uruguay as an inaugural global Champion.

REN21 acknowledged Dr. Fletcher's leadership in advancing sustainable energy policies in Saint Lucia, building strategic partnerships, and advocating for regional integration and international climate justice. His contributions to the Paris Agreement negotiations, particularly his advocacy for the 1.5°C temperature goal, were also highlighted. He currently serves as the CARICOM Climate Envoy and a Council Member of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). Dr. Fletcher is also the founder of SOLORICON Ltd., a consultancy focusing on climate change, renewable energy, sustainable development, and environmental governance, and leads the Caribbean Climate Justice Project and the Youth IRIE (Innovators for Renewable and Inclusive Energy) initiative.

The Renewable Energy Champions Initiative is supported by REN21 in collaboration with Partners for Inclusive Energy (PIE) and the Growald Climate Fund. It seeks to leverage the expertise and leadership of policymakers to enhance efforts toward clean, inclusive, and resilient energy systems. REN21, a global renewable energy community comprising actors from science, governments, NGOs, and industry, is mobilizing former ministers and senior officials to support current political leaders through energy diplomacy, policy dialogue, and strategic storytelling.

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