Responding to Climate Change in Papua New Guinea
Offered By: Australian Water School via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the impacts of climate change on biodiversity and communities in Papua New Guinea through this 50-minute webinar. Delve into the findings from workshops conducted in Madang and Eastern Highlands Provinces, involving over 190 community members and government representatives. Examine the threats to biodiversity associated with climate change, as experienced by the Riwo, Ohu, Bundi, and Hogave communities. Learn about PNG's emissions, key environmental changes, hazards, and ecosystem services. Discover the project's results, including impact maps and community-driven plans for adaptation. Gain insights into family planning initiatives and the role of PNG's Climate Change Authority in addressing these challenges.
Syllabus
Introduction
Meet Trevor
Meet Kylie
Project Overview
Project Summary
PNG Emissions
Key Changes
Hazards
Environmental Change
Question
Workshops
Ecosystem Services
Climate Impacts
Impact Map
Results
Project Plans
Family Planning
Further Observations
Thank you
PNG Climate Change Authority
Conclusion
Taught by
Australian Water School
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