"There are things we can do to help them and that are already making a difference," she said. "The longer we wait to have sound policies with respect to how people move under stress, the more we leave open the likelihood of conflict at the individual, household and national level." New Zealand's reactionīut New Zealand's Climate Change Minister, Paula Bennett, is convinced those in Kiribati and Tuvalu would prefer to remain living in their own country. Prof Burkett wants policy developed sooner rather than later to take an expected future into account. More humanitarian and human rights based - or more exclusion and security based and looking to national security concerns." "On a country-by-country level we need to have a conversation about the climate-induced migration of people and it's either going to be more co-ordinated or more chaotic. While it remains difficult to identify who might already have been forced to move by the effects of global warming, University Of Hawaii law professor Maxine Burkett has been researching climate-induced migration, displacement and relocation, and the need for proactive policies to be developed to protect small island states. "Of all the vulnerable nations of the world, these three are the most vulnerable," he told the audience, before going on to offer Fiji's help to those who might be forced out of their homes. Maxine Burkett Photo: RNZ / Philippa Tolleyįiji will chair COP23 in November - and in Suva, Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama opened the regional meeting, saying Pacific nations were fighting for their very survival, especially extremely low-lying nations such as Tuvalu, Kiribati and the Marshall Islands. Nevertheless, the state is moving towards renewable energy with a target of 100 percent renewable energy by 2045.īut the impact of rising sea levels is harder to deal with and the action of the waves adds to erosion. Last year we imported about 43 million barrels of oil and people are surprised to learn we have a coal-powered power plant in Oahu," he said. Blue Planet Foundation 1,988 LinkedIn Making Hawaii a model of clean energy progress that inspires and catalyzes climate solutions globally Blue Planet Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to solving our climate change challenge and clearing the path for 100 clean energy. But also more than 300 plant and animal species face extinction. Mikulina considers Blue Planets role in the 2015 passing of Act 97, Hawaiis 100 renewable energy by 2045 law the first such law nationally as the groups top achievement during his tenure. We have all the challenges of any major city: everything from run-off to waste issues. "We are completely dependent on imports, both for energy and food.
"It's beautiful here, but underneath the surface we have some challenges," is how the foundation's executive director, Jeff Mikulina, summed up the situation.
That is why Hawaii is united in its political leadership on tackling climate change."Īmong those trying to reduce the state's CO2 emissions is the Blue Planet Foundation, a non-profit organisation working towards 100 percent clean energy in Hawaii. We must acknowledge these realities at home. "Tides are getting higher, bio-diversity is shrinking, coral is bleaching, coastlines are eroding, weather is becoming more extreme. FOUNDATION, which funds student travel to learn about and study wetlands. The shower saved money, but also provided an important lesson about sustainability for the next generation.Jeff Mikulina of Hawaii's Blue Planet Foundation Photo: RNZ / Philippa Tolley With help from the non-profit Malakana Ka ‘Ike on the project, she reduced her family’s electric bill from more than $700 a month to less than $300. Location Co Ml Mgmt 888 7th Ave Fl 4 New York City, NY 10106 United States. Kahalehoe shared her story of how she built a custom solar shower for her family of 18. Kanani Kahalehoe is the first wahine (female) voyager from Hana, Maui who crewed aboard the Hokule‘a. To submit a story for consideration, visit or email. “By showcasing the changes people and organizations are making to reduce their dependency on fossil fuel, we hope others will be inspired to do the same.” “As the most isolated landmass on the planet, Hawai‘i knows what it takes to be self-sufficient and sustainable, and we can show the rest of the world that it’s possible to rely on clean, renewable energy,” said David Aquino, creative director at Blue Planet Foundation. Blue Planet Foundation is seeking stories related to clean energy from families, nonprofits and businesses of all sizes for its We Are 100 campaign website, social media pages and other materials.
A Hawai‘i-based nonprofit is inviting the public to share stories about sustainability to highlight Hawai‘i’s efforts to move the state toward 100% renewable energy by 2045.
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