Lynda Miller Keywords climate change disaster financing disaster risk reduction investment coral reefs insurance coral reefs insurance MCE marine coastal ecosystem Read more about Lynda Miller Lynda Miller is a Director of Vatuvara Private Islands since 2010. Vatuvara Private islands is a premier Fiji resort in Northern Lau that provides an exclusive experience to travelers who are interested in exploring Northern Lau's pristine marine environments. The Northern Group of Lau has been described by Forbes Magazine as "one of the world's most beautiful places". Kaibu Island is where Vatuvara Private Islands Resort is located on an 800-acre site. For more information: https://www.vatuvara.com/.
Katy Miller Keywords climate change disaster financing disaster risk reduction investment coral reefs insurance coral reefs insurance MCE marine coastal ecosystem Read more about Katy Miller Katy Miller is a Director of the Vatuvara Foundation which was formed in 2016 and registered as a charitable organization under Fiji law. The Vatuvara Foundation is committed to protect and revive oceans in the Northern Lau Group of Fiji through a network of marine protected areas and provide innovative solutions that promote awareness and empower local communities. The Vatuvara Foundation engages in scientific expeditions, initiating educational marine awareness programmes, inspiring young ocean advocates, and building strong partnerships.
Partnerships for Coral Reef Finance and Insurance in Asia and the Pacific Read more about Partnerships for Coral Reef Finance and Insurance in Asia and the Pacific This presentation gives an overview of ADB's action plan and commitment on coral reef finance and insurance in Asia and the Pacific.
Coral Reef Finance and Insurance in Asia and the Pacific Read more about Coral Reef Finance and Insurance in Asia and the Pacific This presentation gives an overview of the significance of coral reef finance and insurance project to Tubbataha Coral Reef in the Philippines.
Designing Insurance for Coral Reefs - Why, What and How? Read more about Designing Insurance for Coral Reefs - Why, What and How? This presentation gives an overview of the feasibility of designing suitable insurance schemes to manage various threats and risks on coral reefs.
Scaling-up Private Sector Investment to Support Climate Change and Disaster Resilience Read more about Scaling-up Private Sector Investment to Support Climate Change and Disaster Resilience This presentation gives an overview of potential approaches in scaling up private sector engagement and support relevant to climate change and disaster resilience.
Cynthia Wang Keywords climate change disaster risk reduction ADB intern Read more about Cynthia Wang Cynthia Wang recently completed her master's degree in Climate Change, Management, and Finance at Imperial College Business School in London. She has a background in non-profit development work and research across climate disciplines. She has worked in Beijing as a Princeton in Asia Fellow at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NGO). She recently started a 6-month internship with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in London. She holds undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies and Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania.
Insurance to Support the Resilience of Marine Coastal Ecosystems Read more about Insurance to Support the Resilience of Marine Coastal Ecosystems Healthy coastal ecosystems, such as coral reefs, are natural buffers that provide the first line of defense against extreme weather events. These ecosystems are rapidly declining, however, despite their importance for coastal cities, communities, and infrastructure. Insurance can financially protect and incentivize the maintenance of coastal ecosystems, such as coral reefs.
Josh Ling Keywords climate change disaster risk reduction fund manager disaster risk financing Read more about Josh Ling Josh Ling is a Climate Change Specialist at Asian Development Bank. He joined ADB in April 2020 as the Fund Manager of Asia-Pacific Climate Finance Fund (ACliFF). Josh has experience working on the topics of disaster risk financing and financial inclusion through roles with World Food Programme, Mercy Corps, World Bank, and International Labour Organisation, based in Europe and Latin America. Prior to joining ADB, Josh worked as a Financial Inclusion Specialist at the World Food Programme in Rome. He started his career as an actuary in Australia.
Carlyne Yu Keywords early warning disaster risk reduction climate resilience water climate information Read more about Carlyne Yu Carlyne Yu is the Team Lead for Risk Knowledge Applications at RIMES. She is also the Project Director for RIMES' Component of the World Bank Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CARE) for the South Asia Project. She has more than 10 years of experience working in academe, with government agencies and NGOs, and the private sector in implementing programs and initiatives related to early warning, disaster risk reduction, and climate resilience.