Global economies are being redefined, not only regarding size or stage of development but also with respect to ocean and coastal resources. The Blue Economy has emerged as an economic path that promotes resilient economic growth, social inclusion, and the maintenance and improvement of livelihoods while at the same time ensuring the environmental sustainability of marine and … [Read more...] about A regional dialogue towards a Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Blue Economy
Gerard Alleng
Gerard Alleng joined the IDB in 2008 as a clean energy and climate change specialist and currently he works as a climate change senior specialist within the Climate Change Division of the Bank. Gerard coordinates the Division’s adaptation and mitigation activities in the Caribbean Region. Prior to joining the IDB, he was a Policy Fellow with the Center for Energy and Environmental Policy at the University of Delaware, where he managed projects that focused on renewable energy policy and climate change issues. Gerard holds a Master's degree in Energy and Environmental Policy from the University of Delaware (USA) and a Master's degree in Wetlands Ecology from the University of the West Indies, Jamaica. Gerard is a Caribbean Fulbright scholar.
Lessons from the Caribbean on enhanced reporting and transparency
As one of the regions experiencing the impacts of climate change more severely and frequently, the Caribbean is not standing idle. Countries are moving forward with climate change agendas that reflect their needs in adaptation action and resilience enhancement, as well as opportunities in mitigation. Countries in the Caribbean have taken significant leaps to better … [Read more...] about Lessons from the Caribbean on enhanced reporting and transparency
Waves of Change, how the Caribbean countries are shifting the perception of the value of their ocean resources
Big changes to the use and value of marine resources in the Caribbean A few weeks ago, a very significant paradigm shift quietly occurred in the Caribbean in the world of economic growth and environmental sustainability. It happened in the Bahamas and whereas it did not register on any Richter scale, it was a monumental shift in our appreciation of the natural resources … [Read more...] about Waves of Change, how the Caribbean countries are shifting the perception of the value of their ocean resources
3 key learnings from World Oceans Day 2022
On June 8th, the IDB Group held its celebration of World Oceans Day by hosting the event Promoting the Blue Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean. The space brought together key leaders and experts to discuss the importance of safeguarding the health and productivity of the oceans to achieve sustainable development, climate action, and economic recovery in the … [Read more...] about 3 key learnings from World Oceans Day 2022
What can be done to improve disaster preparedness and response in Haiti? Key Takeaways from a Mercredi de Réflexion
The Mercredi de Réflexion is a recurring meeting organized by the Inter-American Development Bank's (IDB) Haiti office that provides a space to reflect on new ideas and positive developments amid the noise of everyday events. This is what representatives from the Government of Haiti, UNECLAC, the Caribbean Development Bank and the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency … [Read more...] about What can be done to improve disaster preparedness and response in Haiti? Key Takeaways from a Mercredi de Réflexion