Climate change is the biggest environmental and rights threat of our time. But solutions to climate chaos exist on the front lines of the struggle to save our planet. Global Greengrants Fund supports projects to restore forests, resist bad development, and advocate for smart climate policies. We invest in the people who have the most to lose who are acting now. Here are three stories of how our grantees are working to overcome obstacles presented by climate change.
Community Resilience in the Pacific Islands
In the Pacific Islands, climate change is not just a topic of conversation, but a daily reality. Sea-levels and temperatures are rising, and local communities are feeling the effects. One local community in Pohnpei was forced to relocate to the top of a mountain because of a climate-related landslide, and now struggles to access fresh water. Together with Global Greengrants Fund, this community and many others are working to adopt new solutions. Find out more >>>>
Voices from Nepal: How Women are Acting on Climate
In Nepal, natural disasters such as flood and landslides are becoming more common and widespread due to climate change. These disasters impact everyone, but have a major impact on Nepali women who depend on natural resources for their livelihoods. Tewa, a Nepali women’s fund, is working with Global Greengrants to help groups of women all over Nepal take on the effects of climate change. Read about their work here >>>>
In the Arctic: The Front Lines of Climate Change
The Arctic Ocean is under threat from rising temperatures, increased commercial shipping and fishing, and expanded offshore drilling. In response, indigenous Arctic communities are mobilizing to defend their way of life and protect the vulnerable environment. Global Greengrants Fund is working with these indigenous leaders to help share their knowledge of the Arctic ecosystem with policymakers and influence future plans to preserve the fragile landscape and the traditions of the local people. Learn more >>>>
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