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Fiji Strengthens Ocean Governance with 30×30 Targets
Fiji is taking its ocean governance to new heights with a revitalized commitment to protect 30% of its water by 2030. At the heart of this conservation initiative lies a rigorous, evidence-based, data-driven discussion among experts and government officials. With the Ministry of Fisheries at the forefront of this movement, Fiji is ensuring that its country-wide efforts align with the global 30×30 Initiative and international obligations under the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission.
Empowering Communities: Accelerating Local Renewable Energy Transition in the Philippines
Subnational governance and local community participation emerges vital in realizing the ambitious renewable energy targets of the Philippines—achieving a 35% renewable energy share in the power generation mix by 2030, 50% by 2040, and more than 50% by 2050.
Care for the Blue Economy: Saint Lucia Charts a Sustainable Course
Saint Lucia is championing sustainable ocean governance with comprehensive blue economy strategies designed to strengthen economic resilience and foster inclusive growth.
The Coastal and Marine Spatial Plan, developed under the Caribbean Regional Oceanscape Project, provides a roadmap for the sustainable and equitable use of the coastal and marine spaces, protection of coastal and marine ecosystems, and management of land-water interactions.
The Right Union: Gabon Proves Conservation and Economic Growth Can Coexist
The Gabonese Republic has been classified as a high-forest low-deforestation country, with a recorded deforestatizgreon rate of just 0.6%. This remarkable outcome highlights the impact of forward-looking national policies and ambitious government commitments amid mounting threats of forest degradation across Africa.
Market Romance: Paraguay’s Carbon Credit Innovation and Climate Investments
With strong legislative enforcement of the Carbon Credit Law, the Republic of Paraguay is advancing environmental protection and conservation in the Chaco region, supporting projects that safeguard ecosystems while attracting over USD 10 million in responsible investment. At the same time, the country is expanding certification processes across more than 400,000 hectares, strengthening long-term stewardship of forests, biodiversity, and natural carbon sinks.
Community Vow: Chad Rolls Out Nationwide Drive for Environmental Responsibility
Strengthening environmental stewardship in Chad has reached a pivotal milestone with the launch of a nationwide campaign to implement Law No. 023. This legislative framework, bolstered by international partnerships and localized outreach, represents a shift from abstract policy to community-led conservation.
Making the enhanced transparency work for developing countries
Photo: IISD/ENB – Kiara Worth Making the enhanced transparency work for developing countries By Ms. Khetsiwe Khumalo, Climate Change Programme Coordinator at the Ministry of
Rebranding Old Pledges
Rebranding Old Pledges Photo credit: Reuters By Noor Saghir A closer look at key issues and outcomes on Climate Finance within and outside the UNFCCC
Reflections on the June Climate Conference
Reflections on the June Climate Conference By Avril Chanel, Noor Saghir, and María José Vásquez The 58th session of Subsidiary Bodies (SB 58) of the
Effects of emissions allocations and ambition assessments immediately based on equity
National emissions targets are collectively insufficient to align with the Paris Agreement.
COP27 Benefits for Benin and Beyond
By Mr. Koto Daniel Dagnon, CVF Youth Fellow “Together For Implementation” was the theme of this year’s COP27 in Egypt. Also widely known as the Implementation
Reflections on the “Implementation COP”
By Ms. Isabel Andam, CVF Youth Fellow COP has always been a forum in which countries can come together, in spite of geopolitical conflicts, to
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