While climate change has affected various nations worldwide, it has had significant impacts on small island developing states such as Trinidad and Tobago. This growing phenomenon has not only affected the islands socially, but it has also been a silent killer of its economy. Like many other small islands developing states, Trinidad and Tobago has fallen victim to the rise in … [Read more...] about Climate Change: A Silent Killer of Trinidad and Tobago’s Economy
Mangroves could save the world
Did you know that mangroves are among the most threatened ecosystems on the planet? Today we celebrate the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, but not all is celebration, current estimates show that 67% of mangroves have been lost, and nearly all will be lost over the next 100 years if we don’t take drastic measures now. Mangroves are essential … [Read more...] about Mangroves could save the world
Soccer, agriculture and climate change
The soccer world cup started a few days ago. For many, it is the most anticipated event in four years, making it an implicit crime to have meetings or phone calls during critical matches or even worse, surf channels. Even getting married in these couple of weeks can be a problem. Daily talks include the events of the last games and predictions of the next matches, shame of you … [Read more...] about Soccer, agriculture and climate change
Two strategies and one path towards land titling
The empirical evidence on the effectiveness of projects seeking to improve land tenure has shown that titling has positive effects on income generation (average increases of 15%); increasing agricultural productivity by 40%; and promoting empowerment of women in economic decision-making (up to 17%). These improvements in income, productivity and women's empowerment are also … [Read more...] about Two strategies and one path towards land titling
Preparing a stakeholder consultation? Start by asking yourself these three questions first
Consider this hypothetical scenario. The government of Betija, a beautiful Caribbean country, is investing in tourism infrastructure to support the influx of millions of visitors per year to its coastal capital. The project includes the rehabilitation of the town walkways, selected city center facades, and a renovated historical museum for locals and tourists. The museum is … [Read more...] about Preparing a stakeholder consultation? Start by asking yourself these three questions first