Christiana Figueres, Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), said: “One planet, one chance to get it right and we did it in Paris. We have made history together. It is an agreement of conviction. It is an agreement of solidarity with the most vulnerable. It is an agreement of… Continue reading Your Questions Answered: The Paris Agreement
Author: Our Footprint JA
Labour Day Project: Restore, Preserve, Beautify
Yesterday for Jamaica’s Annual Labour Day, the Jamaica Climate Change Youth Council partnered with the Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (MACC) Agents to execute a number of projects in the Portmore region. We were also joined by some members from the Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN). The theme for Labour Day 2017 islandwide was… Continue reading Labour Day Project: Restore, Preserve, Beautify
The Penguin Population Is at Risk and it’s Probably Our Fault
We often hear that “Climate Change isn’t real” but these little creatures have a big story to tell about the impact of climate change on the earth’s wildlife.
Love, Sex & The Fight to Survive: Facts you didn’t know about Penguins
Penguins are one of the most adorable animals and we’re not surprised that they get their own day of recognition. That’s right, it’s World Penguin Day!
6 Ways Climate Change Will Affect Daily Life in Jamaica
Climate Change is a broad topic that we’re all aware of, but what do we really know about the effects of climate change? How do they impact us from day to day, and why should be concerned? Water Shortage As climate change continues, weather patterns are affected, leading to increased drought in many areas. For… Continue reading 6 Ways Climate Change Will Affect Daily Life in Jamaica