In this Episode of the Driving Eco Sustainability: My Perspective Podcast, Grace explains the key aspects of Adaptation to and Mitigation of Climate Change

Mitigation: Entails reducing impacts of climate Change WHILE
Adaptation: Encompasses adjusting to the impacts of Climate Change

Find out the difference between adaptation and mitigation and how you can contribute to the fight against climate change through Adapting to or mitigating climate change impacts.

For more Information visit UNFCCC official website: https://unfccc.int/

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In this Episode, Grace shares more about the Paris Agreement, one of the most important global climate accords.

Learn how the agreement unites nations in the effort to combat climate change and limit global temperature rise.
 
This episode provides a clear understanding of the Paris Agreement and its critical role in addressing the global climate crisis.

You can learn more about the agreement by visiting the UNFCCC Official website: https://unfccc.int/

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In this Episode, the host, Grace breaks down the essentials of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
 Learn about the key role this international treaty plays in addressing global climate change, its objectives, and how it impacts environmental policy worldwide.
 The history and purpose of the UNFCCC.
- How it guides international climate negotiations and agreements.
- The significance of conferences like COP (Conference of the Parties).
- What individuals and nations can do to support the implementation of UNFCCC in their countries
This episode offers a clear and insightful overview for anyone looking to understand the UNFCCC and its influence on climate action.
UNFCCC Official website: https://unfccc.int/
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In this Episode: Grace explains the key aspects of the Kyoto Protocol, an essential international agreement in the fight against climate change.
Learn how the Kyoto Protocol set binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and its impact on global climate policy.
This episode offers a comprehensive overview of the Kyoto Protocol and its lasting significance in the world of environmental sustainability.
UNFCCC official website: https://unfccc.int/

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In this Episode, we explore the significance of integrating gender perspectives into climate change discussions with Cynthia Kemigisha; the Founder of Climate Skaters Uganda and a member of the Uganda Council of Foreign Relations.

Discover how climate change uniquely impacts men and women and the importance of inclusive solutions for a sustainable future. Join us for insights on gender equality in climate resilience.

0:00 Introduction
01:31 The Role of Women in driving Climate Change Conversations
08:15 The negative impacts of Climate Change to women
14:43 Responsive Strategies that can be adopted by women to tackle Climate Change
24:21 Role of Women in amplifying access to clean cooking
27:24 Ways in which Men can contribute to reduction of effects of Climate Change to women
33: 49 Cynthia's Highlights and Challenges on this journey thus far
40:09 Strategies to mainstream gender discussions in Uganda's Climate Action
45:43 Where you can find Cynthia Climate Skaters Uganda

You can find out more about climate skaters, Kiteezi and Cynthia's work on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/climate_skaters_kiteezi/ or contact them on email at [email protected]

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In this episode, we explore the critical role wetlands play in environmental sustainability. Discover how wetlands support biodiversity, water purification, control floods, and minimize the negative impacts of climate change.

Robert, is the deputy ED of Environmental Shield with over 10 years experience in environmental sustainability and activism and a founder of the Green Foundation, an umbrella platform that bring together environmental conservationists and climate change activities across all divides.

Robert highlights successful wetland restoration projects and provides expert insights on how everyone can help protect these vital ecosystems. Join us to learn why preserving wetlands is essential for a sustainable future.

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00:00 Introduction
02:55 What drives Robert's passion within this space ?
06:21 Do wetlands play a role in averting climate and biodiversity ?
12:08 What are the leading land use changes that contribute to wetland destruction?
17:26 - How can we balance population needs with needs to conserve our ecosystem ?
-Should people be allowed to get development permissions in wetlands ?
22:56 Do you think Human Rights based approach is the best strategy towards wetlands restorations?
29:59 In your view , do you think we can do better when it comes to information dissemination in this space ?
34:08 Do you think human encroachment on wetlands will reduce or worsen in the near future ?
38:23 What would you describe as the ideal scenario that balances wetland utilization and environmental sustainability ?
41:17 Any inspirational message for young people looking to join this space of environmental sustainability ?

To learn more about Robert's work follow him on X(Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. He can be found at https://x.com/RobertJTurykira

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In this episode I sit down with Hakim Owiny(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Owiny_Hakim) a passionate cyclist from eBee.Uganda to talk about;
1. The electric bicycles from eBee.Uganda. The e-mobility company operating in Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda.
2. How greenhouse gas emissions from the transport sector can be reduced by adopting e-mobility transport
3. The role of the private companies in fostering collaboration to enhance the shift to e-mobility in Uganda
4. How e-mobility can reduce air pollution in Kampala
5. Community participation in promoting e-mobility enabled transport
6. The challenges faced towards promoting cycling in
To learn more about Hakim' work you can follow him on X (Formerly twitter) at https://x.com/owiny123?s=11&t=Iv6Muy8H6IzIW1rK8UD6DA and LinkedIn at https://ug.linkedin.com/in/owiny-hakim-966064243
Learn about eBee.Uganda's work at https://x.com/ebee_uganda?s=11&t=Iv6Muy8H6IzIW1rK8UD6DA 

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Recently, Centre for Eco Preservation and Adaptation Strategies, a civil society organisation, started an environment club in Uplands High School, Mutundwe-Kampala. The Inaugural activity delved into sharing tips that school-going children, students and teachers can implement to adapt to the changing and uncertain weather changes during a school term.
In their own voices; students share tips to cope with the rainy and sunny seasons without missing school during the uncertain weather changes which include
1. Wear light clothes during hot weather
2. Do not walk in rain
3. Drink a lot of water during the hot season
4. Dress in warm clothes on cold days
5. Limit outdoor activity especially between the hours of 10 am and 3pm on extremely hot days
6. Stay away from trees and electric poles when it is raining
7. Drain stagnant water out of the compound after rain.
8. Stay indoors when it rains. Do not play in rain
A snippet into the campaign can be found here https://x.com/cepasug/status/1813873619950530894?s=51&t=Iv6Muy8H6IzIW1rK8UD6DA

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A 40 second debrief on the 360 deepdive of this podcast by the Host herself Grace Eron A lawyer who is passionate about environmental sustainability and climate change. 
Join me on this insightful journey where we talk about everything environmental sustainability, conservation ,climate change with myself and various guests who are knowledgeable in this space. 
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In this episode I sit down with Mugerwa Paul a Financial Economist as he shares a few nuggets about climate finance and the recently launched ESG Framework; launched by the Uganda Bankers Association.
The episode highlights:
1. What amounts to climate finance
2. Regulation of Climate finance in Uganda
3. Climate finance products that banks have introduced
4. The ESG Framework launched by Uganda Bankers Association and
5. Insight into the future
You can access the ESG Framework from Uganda Bankers Association at https://ugandabankers.org/

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