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CEO @ Island Innovation | Strategy Advisor | Speaker | Islands, Sustainability, Energy & Climate
This week, we're highlighting a range of innovative projects, initiatives, and stories that underscore the resilience, creativity, and determination of islanders everywhere.
'We Can No Longer Afford the Luxury of Inaction,' PM Drew urges global action at United Nations General Assembly
The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew, delivered a bold speech at the 79th United Nations General Assembly.
He addressed the urgent need for global cooperation in tackling several pressing issues, and invitated all island leaders to attend the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2025 hosted by St. Kitts & Nevis. WATCH THE VIDEO
In-person event: Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2025
The premier event dedicated to advancing sustainable development on islands around the world will gather professionals in May 2025 to discuss Water Sustainability & Energy Nexus, Agricultural Resilience and Climate-Health Interactions and many other pressing challenges confronting island communities. GET THE EARLY BIRD PRICE
UK urged to promote speaking of Irish and Ulster Scots in Northern Ireland
Europe's top human rights body is urging the UK to advance language promotion in Northern Ireland, particularly for Irish and Ulster Scots, despite ongoing tensions. They also call for stronger support for minority languages like Cornish, Scots, and Welsh across the UK. Discover how these initiatives could shape the future of cultural diversity .
Azerbaijan offers to fund climate-vulnerable islands’ delegates at COP29, source says
Baku has pledged to cover travel, hotel, and expenses for four delegates from each small island developing state (SIDS) attending COP29, ensuring inclusivity in the climate talks. Learn more about how this could enhance global climate negotiations .
Virtual Event: Island Voices @ COP29
COP29 is a critical moment in global transformative climate action. Every year, we create an “E-Pavilion” where we will share key insights and developments related to remote, rural and island communities. The platform is designed for those attending COP29 and those following from afar, and will connect both Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Sub-National Island Jurisdictions (SNIJs).
Iceland's high-tech farm turning algae into food
Despite its short summers, cold climate, and rugged landscape of lava fields and glaciers, Iceland is emerging as a hub for sustainable farming. Innovative entrepreneurs are cultivating surprising crops using cutting-edge technology. Learn how they're transforming agriculture in this unlikely environment
The Earthshot Prize: 2024 Finalists
Two of the finalists for the prestigious The Earthshot Prize are companies we’ve had the privilege of supporting!
Coast 4C , nominated by our team, was a winner of our Island Innovation Awards in 2022. We’ve believed in Coast4C’s mission since we first encountered them during our Awards process. Their work, transforming seaweed farming to benefit coastal communities and ecosystems, is an inspiring example of how sustainable solutions can uplift people and the planet.
Also among the 15 finalists is the High Ambition Coalition for Nature & People (HAC) , which was our client! We had the opportunity to work together to promote the “30×30” goal in the Caribbean in collaboration with Campaign for Nature
This week's highlights
A perfect place to build a film community’: a tour of Scotland’s island movie clubs
Scotland’s island movie clubs, like the Sea Change film festival on Tiree, are building unique film communities far from the glitz of typical festivals. Dedicated to celebrating women in film, the festival combines screenings, workshops, and beach activities for locals and visitors alike. Explore how these remote islands are fostering cultural connections through cinema
‘We can’t even buy our own land’: the Tongan women pushing for change
In Tonga, women like 'Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki are leading the charge for change, challenging a law that prohibits women from owning land. As the director of the Women and Children Crisis Centre, she's pushing for women's land rights, highlighting the gender inequality embedded in Tongan law since 1875. Learn more about these courageous advocates fighting for justice and equality
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Director of Indonesia Blue Economy Center (IBEC) and Assistant Professor at Indonesian College of Economics (STIE Indonesia Jakarta) | Founder and Chairman of Indonesian Maritime Youths (Maritim Muda Nusantara)
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