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Spring 2021 Belize group

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“In the Paris Agreement we called for ambition; thereafter we called for accelerated ambition; today we simply demand humanity— because it is what ties us together— from humanity comes empathetic action” (1/3) @sarahwhipple15 @Gwsn2012 #ESS400

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Belize has mangroves and the Great Barrier Reef as natural defenders from natural disasters. As climate change is deteriorating those ecosystems, Belize is implement more policies to conserve those areas. @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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One of Belize’s mitigation strategies is to improve waste management. This would mitigate the effect of methane on climate change, prevent water and air pollution. @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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In 2018, the fishing industry contributed to around USD $18.6 million to Belize’s economy. (Spiny lobster and conch were large contributors). @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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Belize prioritizes SDG 5 ( Gender Equality) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) as stated in the Voluntary National Review. @sarahwhipple15 @Gwsn2012 #ess400

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“At the same time, the pandemic was seen as a chance to bring forward different perspectives, behavior change and new national priorities to possibly accelerate progress in the recovery period.” @sarahwhipple15 @Gwsn2012 #ess400

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On June 24 and July 1, 2020, the country of Belize participated in the UN DESA Webinar Series on Sustainable Transport and COVID-19. @sarahwhipple15 #ess400 @Gwsn2012

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“The temp reduction of GHG emissions was, for example, having a positive impact on climate change, while the travel reductions and consequent job reductions or losses and supply chain interruptions were negatively affecting economic development.” @sarahwhipple15 @Gwsn2012 #ess400

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Fishing for lobster is such a economic and cultural staple in Belize that there is an annual Lobsterfest! It is around June to celebrate lobster season! @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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COVID-19 greatly impacted local fisheries in Belize. Due to the sharp decline of fisheries, fisher women/men are struggling to make a substantial income. This issue has caused fisheries to demand standardized prices for the seafood industry. @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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In November 2020, Belize made a historic decision and banned the use of gillnets for fishing! Belize has become one of the 1st countries to ban gill net fishing in its territorial waters. 🦞🐠🐟🐠 @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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Senate of Belize recently passed a new Fisheries Resources Bill in 2020! The bill ensures sustainable fishing and conserving coral reefs, mangroves & coastal waters. The bill also supports local communities with better food security & resiliency! @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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In order to make Belize more resilient to natural disasters, we need to protect our mangroves! Mangroves provide natural structure and can absorb the impacts of harsh storms. Belize has made a commitment in the NDC to protect them. @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400

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Even though tourism contributes to a fraction of Belize economy, the increase in tourism has increased crime rates and economic instability to the local communities. It also is harmful to the environment due to human erosion. ☹️ @sarahwhipple15 @kijikb #ess400