The Role of UC San Diego in addressing Climate Change

Mamang Dai’s book The White Shirts of Summer: New and Selected Poems contains evocative poems that explore nature, dreams, memories, and time. The author’s words create vivid imagery and emotions, contemplating existence and the fleeting nature of life. The book invites readers to reflect on their own journey.

The CDA and Akili Kadhaa are planting mangrove propagules in Kisauni to combat polluting storm water caused by flooding. The CDA Chairman emphasized the importance of a clean beach environment and job opportunities in the blue economy sector. BMUs will raise awareness about mangroves as fish nurseries and discourage youth involvement in drugs and gangs.

Jamaica’s mangrove ecosystem is being strengthened by a 4-year GEF-funded project. Implemented by the Forestry Department and FAO, it aims to promote biodiversity and sustainable management of wetland forests. The project will focus on restoring and protecting wetland forests, implementing policy changes, and creating protected areas. Its goal is to conserve 60% of government-owned forested wetlands by 2062. Co-financed by other organizations, it will benefit both direct and indirect beneficiaries.