Veronica Lo

Senior Policy Advisor @IISD_Resilience on #NatureBasedSolutions, Researcher on inclusive conservation & restoration @UBCForestry @Envison2050. Views my own.

[IISD @IISD_news]

#Aquaculture can feed growing populations & reduce pressure on wild fish stocks.

But as it expands, nature-based approaches are 🔑 to building #ClimateResilience & protecting #ocean systems.

In Fiji, community-led pearl oyster farms lead the way.

▶️ https://t.co/J4oUgL9hZv

[IDRC in Asia @IDRCinAsia]

.@IDRC_CRDI @AQUADAPT_CA partner, Dr Veronica Lo, spoke about the evolving concept of #ClimateResilience at the opening session of the Global Development Conference #GDC2024 in Fiji. 🇫🇯

“Resilience is not solely an environmental challenge but also a deeply social one.”

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[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

Women face greater impacts of #ClimateChange, yet their voices often go unheard.

Learn how they share their stories w/ key actors working on 🇯🇲’s climate adaptation policy through #EnvisioningResilience, a @NAP_Network, @GirlsCareJa & Lensational project.
https://t.co/HdVE525iv4

[IUCN Climate & Energy @IUCNClimateTeam]

📣 Starting April 30, join a global conversation on how NbS can help our communities and ecosystems thrive for climate adaptation! Every last Tuesday of the month. 🌍 Learn more and register here: https://t.co/9lwYf6HQKK #NaturebasedSolutions #ClimateResilience #NAbSA2024

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

A few weeks ago, we were in Fiji 🇫🇯 to discuss #AQUAPearl.

This project supports women’s livelihoods & improves environmental resilience to #ClimateChange by scaling up inclusive, community-led #aquaculture that integrates #NatureBasedSolutions 🦪

👉https://t.co/GFynM8dm2O

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

Last week, we were at #IDW2024 in Ottawa 🍁 to discuss and present our work on #NatureBasedSolutions for #ClimateAdaptation, Indigenous knowledge and community engagement and empowerment!

[Ignacio Palomo @ignacio_palomo_]

Inclusive Conservation's leverage points:
Our review from 263 case studies identifies common levers and clusters and suggests which levers still need to be activated.
Now #OpenAccess in #EcologyandSociety. https://t.co/PlNWl6M91A

[Global Environment Facility (GEF) @theGEF]

Join @iisd_sustinfra for this free 5-week live course on how nature-based infrastructure (NBI) contributes to climate adaptation and sustainable development. 🌱

🔗 Registration is now open: https://t.co/TwgczC0b9x

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

📣 From Oct 2-6, #adaptation experts from across the 🌎 will meet in Montréal 🇨🇦 for #AdaptFutures23!

We are honored to be an event partner of this landmark international conference devoted exclusively to #ClimateAdaptation.

Don't miss it! 👉 https://t.co/p4rXWB3dl0

#AF2023

[IISD @IISD_news]

👏🇨🇦 for pledging CAD 200 M to the newly ratified Global #Biodiversity Framework Fund today at #GEFassembly2023 (🇬🇧 also pledged GBP 10 M). This pivotal commitment will help protect nature & ensure a sustainable future. @NathalieBernasc @s_guilbeault

https://t.co/vmq7X1wK8q

[Pratishtha Singh @pratishtha_21]

With the ratification of the Global Biodiversity Fund today, Canada and UK takes a step forward: sending strong signal of international solidarity for biodiversity in the global south. 👏🏼 🌱

- Canada: $200 million pledge
- UK: 10 million pounds

#GEFAssembly2023

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

"The Community of Practice is a forum for sharing experience and expertise to scale up implementation of evidence-based, inclusive, impactful, and gender-inclusive #NatureBasedSolutions for #ClimateAdaptation and #biodiversity" says Kerry Max from @CanadaDev at #GEFassembly2023

[Development Canada @CanadaDev]

Live now: Watch the moderated armchair discussion with private sector investors on climate and biodiversity finance. https://t.co/jXF8mDP54a

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

We have a full house at today’s event, both in person and online! These dedicated individuals are learning how to develop, manage, and support biodiversity-positive #NatureBasedSolutions for climate adaptation.

Thanks to our co-host @AKFCanada and to @CanadaDev.

[Aga Khan Foundation Canada @AKFCanada]

There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s hybrid event on nature-based solutions! Join us and @IISD_Resilience for this session featuring case study presentations and breakout discussions with experienced practitioners.

➡️ Register: https://t.co/n2uepaUXwK

[Aga Khan Foundation Canada @AKFCanada]

On June 22, join AKFC and @IISD_Resilience for an interactive hybrid event on #NaturebasedSolutions that enhance biodiversity and address climate change.

Followed by a networking lunch and community of practice meeting led by @GAC_Corporate.

➡️ Register: https://t.co/dmp1t8m1U3

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

Looking to expand your knowledge of #NaturebasedSolutions?
The Nature for Climate Adaptation Initiative's resource library has you covered with topics such as #biodiversity benefits, #genderequality &#social inclusion.
Take a look! 👉 https://t.co/kBXXWch6yO
Via @IISD_Resilience

[IISD Resilience @IISD_Resilience]

📢 Notre cours en ligne sur l'adaptation basée sur les écosystèmes est maintenant disponible en français !

Joignez-vous à plus de 4 000 apprenants et inscrivez-vous dès aujourd'hui pour améliorer vos connaissances : https://t.co/9jB9IVJen2

#biodiversité @DevCanada

[Friends of EbA (FEBA) @FriendsofEbA]

📢 Notre cours en ligne sur l'adaptation basée sur les écosystèmes est maintenant disponible en français !

Joignez-vous à plus de 4 000 apprenants et inscrivez-vous dès aujourd'hui pour améliorer vos connaissances : https://t.co/YCdTtDNJc5

#biodiversité

[Veronica Lo @Veronica_B_Lo]

Check out the great reporting on #IMPAC5 by
@IISD_ENB ! So many inspiring sessions, and lovely to connect with old colleagues in the MPA community! @MarineCons @sabinejessen @wwfpacific @CPAWSbc @ParksCanada @FishOceansCAN @NathanJBennett

[Earth Negotiations Bulletin @IISD_ENB]

Want to dive deeper into marine protected areas #MPAs and the #IMPAC5 talks?

Read the full Earth Negotiations Bulletin daily report

📃 https://t.co/XRuzPwYkhv

#Ocean #SDGs #ProtectBlueNature