Veronica Lo

#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. ▶️ iisd.org/articles/deep-…

.@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.” 🧵

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. youtube.com/watch?v=UAPnfV…

📣 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: rb.gy/498fg7 #NaturebasedSolutions #ClimateResilience #NAbSA2024

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 🦪 👉bit.ly/AQUA-Pearl

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!

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. ecologyandsociety.org/vol28/iss4/art…

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: wrld.bg/mLUI50P7NBf

📣 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! 👉 adaptationfutures.com/program/prelim… #AF2023

👏🇨🇦 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 iisd.org/articles/state…

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

"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

Live now: Watch the moderated armchair discussion with private sector investors on climate and biodiversity finance. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

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.

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: ow.ly/CfQJ50OU9va

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: ow.ly/gOHn50OM2K0

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! 👉 bit.ly/3RMtJuW Via @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 : bit.ly/3cDfZ64 #biodiversité @DevCanada

📢 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 : bit.ly/3cDfZ64 #biodiversité

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