Why Gender Matters in Climate Change Policy Gender and climate change are deeply connected. Women and men experience climate impacts differently due to social roles, economic status, and access to resources. Women, especially in vulnerable communities, often face higher risks from climate disasters and have less access to decision-making, finance, and technology. Yet, women bring … Read more
Introduction Pacific Island nations-especially small island developing states (SIDS)-have become powerful voices in the global fight against climate change. Despite contributing less than 0.03% of global greenhouse gas emissions, these nations are on the front lines of the climate crisis, facing rising sea levels, extreme weather, and threats to their very existence. In 2025, their … Read more
What Is the Greenhouse Effect? The greenhouse effect is a natural process where certain gases in Earth’s atmosphere trap heat from the sun, preventing it from escaping back into space. This process keeps our planet warm enough to sustain life. However, human activities have intensified this effect, leading to global warming and destabilizing Earth’s climate … Read more
Climate displacement is rapidly becoming one of the most pressing global challenges of 2025. Driven by rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and environmental degradation, millions are being forced to leave their homes each year. According to the 2024 Global Report on Internal Displacement, over 75.9 million people are currently living in internal displacement-a staggering … Read more
What Does “Loss and Damage” Mean? In climate negotiations, loss and damage refers to the harms caused by climate change that cannot be avoided or adapted to. This includes sudden disasters like floods, hurricanes, and wildfires, as well as slow-moving problems like sea level rise, drought, and desertification. Loss and damage can be both economic … Read more
COP23: Fiji’s Historic Presidency and Key Achievements In 2017, COP23 marked a pivotal moment in climate diplomacy as Fiji became the first Small Island Developing State (SIDS) to preside over a UN Climate Change Conference. Fiji’s presidency brought the unique perspective of vulnerable nations to the forefront, emphasizing the urgent need for ambitious climate action … Read more