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‘A significant commitment’: Australia must now enshrine Loss and Damage in new finance package
BAKU, Tuesday 19 November 2024 — In response to Minister Chris Bowen’s announcement from COP29 today that Australia will contribute AUD$50m to the Loss and Damage Finance Facility, the following…
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Australia exporting climate destruction overseas, say Pacific leaders as Minister Bowen arrives for COP29 talks
BAKU, Monday 18 November 2024 — Pacific leaders have called on the Australian government to walk the talk on climate action and end new fossil fuel approvals, as Federal Climate…
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‘Talks must crank up’: Final days of COP29 must centre demands of most climate-impacted nations
BAKU, Monday 18 November 2024 — As the second week of the COP29 climate conference gets underway, Greenpeace Australia Pacific has urged Minister Chris Bowen to crank up negotiations and deliver an ambitious new finance package following a week of “mostly unhelpful” progress on climate policy.
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‘The stage is set’: COP29 must be a decisive moment to catalyse climate finance ambition
BAKU, Wednesday 13 November 2024 — In response to comments made at the COP29 climate conference by the President of Azerbaijan that fossil fuels are a ‘gift from God’, the following quotes can be attributed to Shiva Gounden, Head of Pacific at Greenpeace Australia Pacific:
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What does the UN’s COP29 climate talks mean for Australia and the Pacific?
As we approach COP29, we stand at a crucial crossroads in taking a stand against climate change. This global gathering presents a vital opportunity for countries to come together, share…
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Shiva Gounden – Head of Pacific
Shiva leads the Pacific campaign at Greenpeace Australia Pacific. He is an accomplished advocate for environmental sustainability and climate justice, with a focus on empowering communities in the Pacific region. With extensive experience in campaign strategy and community engagement, Shiva has worked with various organizations to promote initiatives that address climate change and protect natural…
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Zabeena Buksh – Digital Campaigner (Pacific)
A digital campaigner with over eight years of experience in digital marketing, she has worked on impactful campaigns, including the WFP project’s call survey in the Pacific post-COVID. With a background in community services, she focuses on raising awareness and supporting Pacific communities through strategic digital initiatives.
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Rae Bainteiti – Pacific Political Coordinator
A dedicated advocate for environmental and social justice from Fiji, he works to address the impacts of phosphate mining on Banaba Island, focusing on human rights, policy reforms for indigenous peoples, and sustainable development for the Banaban community. He strives to raise awareness of the socio-environmental consequences of mining and promote the restoration of Banaban…
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Mahealani Delaney – Pacific Community Engagement Coordinator
After nearly four years at the Australian National University’s Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions, she aims to support communities in navigating complex environmental and social issues. With a Master's in Environmental Management & Development and a passion for nature, particularly in warm tropical regions, she also coordinates the Pacific Climate Warriors chapter in…
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Raeed Ali – Pacific Community Mobiliser
For the past six years, he has worked closely with Pacific communities on sustainable development, most recently as the AIS Forum Regional Director for the Pacific Ocean with UNDP, where he advanced the blue economy and led key regional initiatives. Passionate about environmental advocacy and social entrepreneurship, he has been recognized for his efforts, including…