Climate Change Solutions Update

Tag: Mombasa

  • With blue economy boom, coastal communities seek to benefit

    At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, governments and institutions pledged billions for offshore wind, cleaner shipping, and marine protection to promote the blue economy as a source of jobs and climate action. Inclusivity and community involvement are emphasized to ensure sustainable development pathways that respect indigenous knowledge systems and harmony with nature. Lessons from failed blue economy projects highlight the importance of community involvement, rigorous environmental impact assessments, and transparent processes. Blue carbon schemes and offshore wind projects can bring climate and conservation benefits, but must be carefully planned to avoid disrupting marine ecosystems and small-scale fishers' access to the sea. Stronger safeguards and legal frameworks are needed to ensure sustainable ocean-based development.

    https://www.climatechangenews.com/2026/07/08/blue-economy-coastal-communities-mombasa-ocean-finance/

  • Mombasa: Key outcomes from the Our Ocean Conference in Kenya

    The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya saw countries commit to political declarations on banning deep-sea mining, protecting coral reefs, and combating illegal fishing. African countries played a key role in driving ambition on fisheries transparency and marine protected areas, with 320 commitments made, including funding for research and waste management programs. The High Seas Treaty, entering into force in January 2026, will allow countries to establish MPAs in international waters to achieve the "30 by 30" target. Discussions on deep-sea mining included calls for a precautionary pause, while commitments were made to protect climate-resilient coral reefs. The summit also focused on advancing fisheries transparency and sustainable management, with a need to address overfishing and integrate climate change considerations for long-term sustainability.

    https://www.carbonbrief.org/mombasa-key-outcomes-from-the-our-ocean-conference-in-kenya/