Framework for Climate Change and Development

The video discusses the challenges faced by Pacific Island communities due to geological and weather-related hazards, exacerbated by climate change. It introduces a framework for resilient development, emphasizing integrated approaches to manage climate change and disaster risks. The framework aims to enhance resilience by incorporating risk management into various sectors, promoting sustainable practices, and ensuring inclusive development. Community actions, such as planting salt-tolerant crops, are highlighted as part of the strategy to mitigate risks and protect livelihoods.

What are some of the geological dangers faced by Pacific island communities?

• Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes

• Hurricanes and tornadoes

• Landslides and avalanches

• Sandstorms and blizzards

What natural hazards are Pacific islands exposed to besides geological dangers?

• Cyclones, droughts, and floods

• Tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards

• Sandstorms, avalanches, and tsunamis

• Earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruptions

How has climate change affected the Pacific region?

• Increased volcanic activity

• More extreme temperatures and rainfall

• Reduced sea levels

• Decreased ocean acidity

What is the purpose of integrating climate change and disaster risk management?

• To focus solely on economic development

• To increase competition for resources

• To reduce waste of resources and improve efficiency

• To separate climate change from disaster management

What is one of the benefits of mainstreaming climate change and disaster risk management?

• Coordinated approach to risk reduction

• Increased project competition

• Focus on separate management strategies

• Higher resource wastage

Which of the following is NOT a goal of the framework?

• Reducing the carbon footprint of development

• Improving disaster response and recovery

• Increasing reliance on fossil fuels

• Reducing risks from climate change and natural hazards

How does the framework aim to support economic development?

• By investing in fossil fuels

• By focusing only on tourism

• By considering risks from climate change and disasters

• By ignoring climate risks

What does the framework emphasize regarding human rights?

• Ignoring international agreements

• Focusing only on economic growth

• Promoting women's involvement

• Excluding vulnerable groups

What is a key principle of the framework regarding inclusivity?

• Prioritizing economic growth over social welfare

• Ensuring measures cover everyone equally

• Focusing on a single sector

• Excluding people with disabilities

What role do international agreements play in the framework?

• They are ignored by Pacific Island countries

• They help achieve commitments

• They focus only on economic aspects

• They exclude vulnerable communities