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Oceans, plastics and fossil fuels - in conversation with Climate Reality Leader Pallawish Kumar

5/6/2025

Pallawish Kumar. Photograph provided by P. Kumar, 2025

“After living for nearly 100 years on this planet, I now understand the most important place on Earth is not on land, but at sea.” – David Attenborough

The ocean has been receiving growing attention recently, with David Attenborough’s new documentary and the third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC 3) just around the corner.

Pacific youth climate leaders take centre stage at inaugural Pacific Climate Reality Training

26/5/2025

Nadi Climate Reality Leadership Training, 2025

“Science has shown us that there is no time for self-doubt. Today you are going to learn to harness your individual strength, as it will take all of us to find the solutions we need.” – Dr. Sivendra Michael, Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Fiji

In the Pacific, the climate crisis is not a distant threat—it’s a daily reality.

Celebrating Pacific climate youth leadership - in conversation with AnneMary Raduva

23/4/2025

AnneMary Raduva. Photograph provided by A. Raduva, 2025

Climate activism requires ingenuity, creativity, persistence, resilience — and a degree of bravery. Last month, we were fortunate to meet and welcome one such individual into the Climate Reality Leadership network. AnneMary Raduva is a student, climate advocate, writer, and founder of the Young Eco-Champs Fiji and Stop Releasing Balloons campaigns. We recently had the opportunity to speak with her to find out more about her incredible initiatives and experiences, what inspires her and the challenges she has encountered.

Embracing regenerative change – in conversation with Shruthi Vijayakumar

19/12/2024

Shruthi Vijayakumar, 2024

On your journey through the climate movement, you are bound to encounter people who inspire and challenge you in unexpected ways. Some bring fresh perspectives that help reframe old problems, while others motivate bold action. Climate Reality Leader Shruthi Vijaykumar is one of those people.

An experienced coach, facilitator, and educator, Shruthi creates spaces where meaningful learning and collaboration can thrive.

Architecture and urban planning for social good - in conversation with Climate Reality Leader HY William Chan

11/11/2024

Hy William Chan. Photograph provided by W. Chan, 2024

We recently had the opportunity to chat to HY William Chan, Sydney’s youngest-ever elected city councillor with the Lord Mayor’s government chairing environment and climate change, transport, heritage and planning. He is also Head of Delegation to the UN Conference of the Parties, Co-Founder of Climate Action Week Sydney, and a dedicated Climate Reality Leader.

Building sustainability into your business strategy – insights from Climate Reality Leader Lee Stewart

16/8/2024

In business, sustainability is increasingly recognised as a key factor for long-term success. Companies that incorporate sustainable practices into their core strategies not only contribute to a systemic transition toward true net zero emissions, but also unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. However, the process of embedding sustainability into business operations can be complex and requires a strategic approach.

Saving bees and empowering communities in Tonga

17/5/2024

“If the bee disappeared off the surface of the globe, then [humans] would only have four years of life left. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man.” – Albert Einstein

In celebration of World Bee Day, we spoke with Climate Reality Leaders Uili Lousi and Debra Allan about the OHAI Tonga Honeybee Food Security Project, highlighting its vital role in promoting sustainability for food production and agriculture resilient to climate change.

The intersection of success, impact, and justice – in conversation with Climate Reality Leader Roschelle Marshall

12/4/2024

Work in climate justice and sustainability is often associated with a passion for creating a better, healthier, and more just world. However, the notion that success in this space can manifest itself in immaterial as well as material ways is still novel. We recently spoke to social innovator and founder of Honor Impact, Roschelle Marshall, about her journey towards becoming a Climate Reality Leader, how the training has influenced her personal and work life, her leadership style, and the importance of impact measurement and communication to ensure progress and success in the climate space.

A community-led approach to plastic pollution in Vanuatu

6/3/2024

By Katherine Howell

The health of our planet and humanity relies on the biodiversity within our oceans and surrounding landscapes. Yet, we face mounting challenges from climate change, pollution, habitat loss, degradation, and resource depletion, making it imperative to confront these pressing issues and to shed light on the urgency of the situation.

REFLECTIONS ON HOW COP28 PROGRESSED CLIMATE AMBITION IN AUSTRALIA & PACIFIC, BUT ALSO FELL SHORT OF CLIMATE ACTION WE URGENTLY NEED NOW

28/11/2023

As the dust settles on the close of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP 28), we reflect on how the annual two-week meeting progressed climate ambition for diverse communities in the Australia & Pacific region, but also fell short of climate action we urgently need now. We also highlight the voices of trained Climate Reality Leaders to explore how we can increase COP effectiveness, transparency, and capacity to translate international climate agreements into tangible results that protect people and the planet in this region.

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