Blue Planet Alliance

An Amsterdam neighborhood comprising almost 50 solar-powered homes floating in a cleaned-up industrial canal. A solar-powered town in Florida that emerged from two hurricanes without losing power. Flame-proof homes that can survive wildfires. Read about these innovators who are coming up with scalable solutions to the climate crisis (full story on CNN): https://lnkd.in/eckTtiZn

Are you going to the UN Ocean Conference this June in France? We are, and we'd love to connect with you and learn about what you're doing there — we're actively seeking partnerships to ensure that we can collaborate with as many like-minded, purpose-driven organizations as possible while we're there. And we'll be hosting a few events, too! If you (or your organization) will be in Nice this June 7th through 14th, leave a comment here and our team will get back to you ASAP. Merci!

Sustainable Energy for All is a concept that will ensure our planet can be inhabitable for generations to come. And that also happens to be the name of an annual convening — the SEforAll Global Forum — that took place in Barbados last week. Our Caribbean Director, Kneyone M., and one of our BPA Global Ambassadors, Kerese Elliott, were both in attendance. This week, we're getting the perspective of Kneyone, who attended panels, keynotes, and met with a number of officials from across the Caribbean, a region, as he notes, "that is facing pressure from all sides: political, environmental, and financial." Read his blog at https://lnkd.in/eae8cVAK

?? Applications Open: Local Pathways Fellowship 2025 & UN Ocean Conference Fellowships ?? Applications Open: Local Pathways Fellowship (2025 Cohort) Are you passionate about sustainable urban development? ?? Join the Local Pathways Fellowship, a 10-month remote program empowering young leaders to localize SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Program Duration: February–November 2025 Who Can Apply: Youth aged 18–30 from any city worldwide Commitment: 4–6 hours/week (voluntary) Deadline: January 22, 2024 Why Apply? Build expertise in urban innovation and sustainability Connect with a global network of 550+ fellows across 80+ countries Access mentorship and high-level networking opportunities Make a meaningful impact in your city and beyond ?? Take the first step toward transforming cities for a sustainable future! ?? Apply now: Local Pathways Fellowship Details https://wp.me/p23f03-cb8 ---- ?? Apply Now: EJN’s United Nations Ocean Conference 2025 Fellowships The Internews Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering an in-person fellowship for journalists to attend and report from the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France, June 9–13, 2025. Application Deadline: January 15, 2025, 11:59 PM (Europe/Warsaw) Eligibility: Journalists with experience covering marine/environmental issues and a letter of support from a media outlet Fellowship Highlights: Coverage of travel, accommodation, meals, and per diem Access to expert briefings, interviews with high-level officials, and editorial support Pre-conference virtual workshop and cohort networking ?? Expectations: Fellows will produce at least 2 in-depth stories during or shortly after the conference. This is a unique opportunity to amplify coverage on ocean governance, marine conservation, and pressing global challenges like overfishing, acidification, and pollution. ?? Learn more and apply: EJN UNOC3 Fellowship Details https://wp.me/p23f03-caw --- Looking for more fellowship opportunities? Please check https://lnkd.in/duSzfQ2t #SustainableCities #UrbanDevelopment #YouthLeadership #SDG11 #LocalPathwaysFellowship #Journalism #OceanConservation #UNOC2025 #EnvironmentalReporting #BluePlanet #FellowshipOpportunity

???Exciting Opportunity for African ECOPs! Are you an African Early Career Ocean Professional (ECOP) eager to make a global impact in ocean governance? IOCAFRICA is offering?fully-funded travel grants?to attend the?UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) & One Ocean Science Congress 2025! ???Who Can Apply? ? Based in Africa or affiliated with an African institution ? Background in ocean science, marine policy, or governance ? Registered for?OOS Congress?and/or accredited for?UNOC3 ? Proficient in English/French & eligible for a French visa ??Deadline: March 31, 2025 ???Learn more:?https://wp.me/p23f03-d5C #IOCAFRICA #ECOP #Grant

In 2024, Blue Planet Alliance continued our critical work to make the planet more inhabitable, sustainable, and resilient to the negative impacts of climate change. This is more important than ever, as the political climate has become less friendly to our efforts. This past year, we welcomed 21 island countries and territories and six U.S. states to Hawaii to demonstrate to them the success we had helping the Aloha State become the first U.S. state to mandate a transition to 100% renewable energy. Yes, that’s right: Hawaii must — by law — be 100% renewable by 2045. By doing so, Hawaii will enjoy the benefits of the Three E’s: * It will be more Energy independent (no longer relying on external sources for its energy) * It will have more Economic power (no more spending billions for fossil fuels) * And it will be more Existentially secure (no more contributing to the islands’ demise) We also had a full calendar of workshops, seminars, speeches, and other events in which we used our convening power to help island communities around the world. Islands are the most vulnerable to — and the least responsible for — the negative impacts of climate change. That’s why BPA remains committed to helping make sure we share what we’ve learned in nearly two decades of climate activism with island leaders, to make them better positioned to survive, and to make sure no one is left behind by 2030. To read more about what we did in 2024, check out our Annual Report here: https://lnkd.in/eAB7Gqst

China is the world's biggest polluter. But, as Time magazine reports, the world's second-most populous nation is investing heavily in renewable energy. "China currently produces 31% of its electricity from renewable sources including wind, solar, hydroelectricity, and geothermal. While the country is still heavily reliant on coal, estimates predict that by 2026 solar will overtake the fossil fuel as China’s leading energy source." Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/erYzbTSH

BPA Founder Henk Rogers talks about how his quest to end the use of carbon-based fuel began in the back of an ambulance after a near-death experience. Since that moment, BPA has catalyzed a global movement, from Hawaii to other U.S. states, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Asia, and islands throughout the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. To learn more about the movement — and how you can help — visit https://lnkd.in/gw5TPg9e

#CARICOM Youth Ambassador for Barbados, Ashley Lashley is inviting CARICOM Nationals to CARIFESTA XV on 22-31 August in Barbados to support Caribbean artists who will showcase the best the Community has to offer. ??Watch as she gives further insight of the event.

Blue Planet Alliance at the Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Global Forum: Empowering Future Energy Leaders Today and tomorrow (March 12-13), the SEforALL Global Forum in Bridgetown, Barbados, will unite global leaders to drive action toward equitable energy solutions. Representing Blue Planet Alliance, Caribbean Director Kneyone M. and Global Ambassador Kerese Elliott will advocate for youth empowerment in the renewable-energy transition. Murray will participate in the "Fishbowl Discussion: Empowering Careers — How Technical Training Drives Innovation & Impact," emphasizing the importance of mentorship and skills development in the energy sector. This interactive session will connect young innovators with industry leaders to foster collaboration and support youth-driven climate solutions. BPA’s presence at SEforALL will: * Elevate youth voices in renewable-energy advocacy. * Strengthen regional and global partnerships for a 100% renewable future. * Promote mentorship and training to bridge the gap between youth and decision-makers. Committed to empowering young leaders and advancing sustainable policies, BPA continues to champion an inclusive and just energy transition. JOIN US in Barbados as we work toward a cleaner, more equitable future!