Tropical Storm Erika

President of Dominica calls for concrete actions against climate change at UN General Assembly

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Monday, October 3, 2022

President Savarin noted that the world is facing a number of climate challenges with both immediate and long-term implications.

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  • President Savarin noted that the world is facing a number of climate challenges with both immediate and long-term implications.
  • He added that there has been only marginal progress towards finding solutions and resolving the significant challenges of climate change.
  • He stated that Dominica would continue to champion the call for collective global action in the fight against climate change and the need to build resilience to natural disasters triggered and exacerbated by climate change.
  • The President also pointed out that SIDS, like Dominica, are disproportionately affected by climate change.

Dominica paves clear path to climate resiliency amid climate-related disasters

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Monday, September 26, 2022

After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.
  • Taking to Twitter he stated, "The Commonwealth of Dominica stands in solidarity with Pakistan at this time of crisis.
  • Under this pillar, the government of Dominica strives to build a resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding natural disasters, including category five hurricanes.
  • The governments plan to strengthen food security, includes specific policies for the resiliency of the agriculture and fisheries industries.

Dominica paves clear path to climate resiliency amid climate-related disasters

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Monday, September 26, 2022

After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.
  • Taking to Twitter he stated, "The Commonwealth of Dominica stands in solidarity with Pakistan at this time of crisis.
  • Under this pillar, the government of Dominica strives to build a resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding natural disasters, including category five hurricanes.
  • The governments plan to strengthen food security, includes specific policies for the resiliency of the agriculture and fisheries industries.

Dominica paves clear path to climate resiliency amid climate-related disasters

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 26, 2022

After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • After Hurricane Maria left an estimated 90 percent of buildings damaged or destroyed in Dominica in 2019, the small Caribbean Island of just 70,000 has been on a clear path to become the first climate-resilient nation by 2030.
  • Taking to Twitter he stated, "The Commonwealth of Dominica stands in solidarity with Pakistan at this time of crisis.
  • Under this pillar, the government of Dominica strives to build a resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding natural disasters, including category five hurricanes.
  • The governments plan to strengthen food security, includes specific policies for the resiliency of the agriculture and fisheries industries.

War on global warming intensifies, Dominica already on a clear path to resilience: CS Global Partners

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Following the catastrophe caused by Hurricane Maria, the Prime Minister of Dominica, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, vowed to build a climate-resilient nation and reduce the countrys dependence on fossil fuels.

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  • Following the catastrophe caused by Hurricane Maria, the Prime Minister of Dominica, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, vowed to build a climate-resilient nation and reduce the countrys dependence on fossil fuels.
  • Since the announcement, the government of Dominica developed and implemented a robust framework to ensure the achievement of this goal.
  • The Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD) , a formal body to spearhead these effortswas also created.
  • Further, there have been initiatives by Dominica to create a sustainable environment where renewable energy resources are effectively utilised.

The European Union supports Dominica’s efforts to become climate-resilient

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

Denise Edwards represented the country during the discussions with the European Member of Parliament (MEP) Stphane Bijoux, and the new MEP from Martinique Max Orville.

Key Points: 
  • Denise Edwards represented the country during the discussions with the European Member of Parliament (MEP) Stphane Bijoux, and the new MEP from Martinique Max Orville.
  • MEP Stphane Bijoux lauded Dominica's efforts to become a climate-resilient nation and to promote eco-tourism.
  • It is our responsibility to partner with developing countries as solidarity is needed in the fight against climate change."
  • As the country moves towards complete climate resilience, visitors can be confident that their trip helps preserve and boost the environment.

Minister Kenneth Darroux Discusses Challenges Faced by Dominica and Other SIDS at Ninth Summit of the Americas

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Darroux addressed the economic and climate-related challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and stated that the Summit provides member states with the opportunity to seek solutions to several developmental and social issues faced by the region.

Key Points: 
  • Darroux addressed the economic and climate-related challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and stated that the Summit provides member states with the opportunity to seek solutions to several developmental and social issues faced by the region.
  • He also talked about the ongoing conflict in Europe and its negative impact on food and fuel prices.
  • The continued threat of climate change and its adverse effects on the economic landscape of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) was the main focus of the Minister.
  • He said the common challenges faced by SIDS highlight the importance of urgent and increased partnerships among member states.

Dominica's Leader to 'Level Playing Field' With Citizenship-by-Investment-Funded Homes

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Friday, October 2, 2020

Funded by the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme , the Housing Revolution initiative aims to make all new infrastructure in withstand hurricanes.

Key Points: 
  • Funded by the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme , the Housing Revolution initiative aims to make all new infrastructure in withstand hurricanes.
  • After 2015's Tropical Storm Erika, the Government of Dominica took immediate action to recover from the disastrous event and responded promptly to the greatest need of the country the rebuilding of homes.
  • For Prime Minister Skerrit, the priority became safeguarding citizens by making the nation the first in the world to be climate-resilient.
  • Those who are up, keep them going up, those who are down, bring them up," he added.

PwC Report: 'Dominica's Citizenship by Investment was Instrumental to the post-Maria Recovery and is Providing Vital Support to Building a Climate-resilient, Service-based Economy'

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Monday, August 19, 2019

In September 2017, Dominica was struck with little warning by the Category 5 Hurricane Maria, one of the most severe hurricanes to hit the island in recorded history.

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  • In September 2017, Dominica was struck with little warning by the Category 5 Hurricane Maria, one of the most severe hurricanes to hit the island in recorded history.
  • It was predicted that Dominica would take decades to recover from Hurricane Maria as well as the damage caused two years prior by Tropical Storm Erika.
  • PwC were commissioned to review the fiscal impact of Dominica's CBIP over the period 2014-2019.
  • In addition, PwC notes that CBIP expenditure will have had a significant long-term impact on the economic potential of the island.