Global Challenges, Local Solutions

ST 2.1: Tackling the Triple Planetary Crises in the East Asian Seas Region – Climate Change Impacts; Nature and Marine Biodiversity Loss; Marine Pollution

Convener

UNEP Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia (COBSEA) and UNEP GEF South China Seas Strategic Action Programme (SCS SAP)

Venue

TBC

Overview

In line with COBSEA’s Strategic Directions 2023-27, this roundtable will bring together key proponents to discuss the scaling-up of local solutions and community-driven initiatives to combat the triple planetary crises of Climate Change, Biodiversity Loss and Pollution in the East Asian Seas region.  

The roundtable will also discuss effective ocean governance mechanisms in promoting “Blue Synergy for a Shared Future: One Sustainable and Resilient Ocean,” the theme of the EAS 2024 Conference.

The session aims to enhance knowledge and partnerships for tackling the triple planetary crises in the East Asian Seas: Climate Change Impacts, Nature and Marine Biodiversity Loss and Marine Pollution.

Expected Output/s:

  • Report of the roundtable discussion on: effective ocean governance mechanisms in promoting “Blue Synergy for a Shared Future: One Sustainable and Resilient Ocean.”

Program

Details to follow

26 August, 2024

FOCUS : GLOBAL CHALLENGES, LOCAL SOLUTIONS

Convenor

PEMSEA Resource Facility

 

Venue

TBC

 

Background

Can local actions truly make a difference in addressing global marine issues? Discover the power of
community-driven initiatives in tackling worldwide ocean challenges. From the critical role of coastal
communities in meeting climate targets to innovative approaches in sustainable fisheries, this session will
inspire and showcase how local solutions can create global impacts.

 

Program

Moderator:  Mahesh Pradhan, Coordinator, Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia (COBSEA) 

PANEL DISCUSSION

  • Dr. Kim Jong-Deog, President, Korea Maritime Institute (TBC)
  • Dr. Handoko Adi Susanto, UNDP/GEF ATSEA 2 Regional Project Manager 
  • Aya Silva, Vice President, Fish Forever, RARE, Philippines
  • LGU Representative (TBC)
  • Community organization representative (TBC)
  • Youth Representative (TBC)
26 August, 2024