Join the Follower Islands Programme: A New Call from the Clean energy for EU islands secretariat as Part of the “30 for 2030 Initiatives
The Clean energy for EU islands secretariat is excited to announce a new opportunity for islands: the Follower Islands programme. This call invites islands to apply and take part in the ambitious “30 for 2030” initiative to fast-track their decarbonisation plans and learn from the 30 pioneering islands.
What I found on the secretive tropical island they don’t want you to see
Diego Garcia, a remote island in the Indian Ocean, is a paradise of lush vegetation and white-sand beaches, surrounded by crystal blue waters. But this is no tourist destination. It is strictly out of bounds to most civilians – the site of a highly secretive UK-US military base shrouded for decades in rumour and mystery. The island, which is administered from London, is at the centre of a long-running territorial dispute between the UK and Mauritius, and negotiations have ramped up in recent weeks.
Hui Shan's walk to work is only a few hundred metres — but the racist abuse makes it seem much longer
Hui Shan has been the victim of multiple racist attacks perpetrated by youths in her Tasmanian community and no longer feels safe walking to work or leaving the office for lunch. Feeling alone, she’s taken to carrying an umbrella to protect herself from assault and abuse.
The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) will take place in Baku, in 1 month! Are you ready for the global conference? We noticed that you haven’t registered yet.
Whether following COP from afar or attending in-person, register today to receive daily exclusive news, updates and important resources from COP29, from November 11th to 24th.
The Island Innovation team will provide an interactive platform where islanders can stay updated, exchange knowledge and access the following content:
- Daily Bulletins: COP29 talking points and major happenings summarised in a daily bulletin during the conference.
- Event Calendar: Event calendar of all the island events at COP29 to make sure the relevant stakeholders can attend and meet each other. Organisers can submit their events for the exposure and partner events will be highlighted.
- Video interviews: Video interviews with relevant island stakeholders to talk about the different aims of the global conference, their predictions for the success of the conference and other details surrounding it.
