# Caribbean leaders launched ambitious plan to create the world’s first “climate-smart zone” - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/05/caribbean-leaders-launched-ambitious-plan-to-create-the-worlds-first-climate-smart-zone/ - Published: 2020-05-10T21:08:06-04:00 - Author: greenlivingguy Recent hurricanes have left unprecedented devastation across the Caribbean. The [Caribbean](https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2017/12/12/caribbean-leaders-launch-ambitious-plan-to-create-the-worlds-first-climate-smart-zone) climate smart coalition focuses now on this traumatic time. For all those who live in the region. #### That’s because whole communities and towns have been decimated. Therefore, the global community needs to act quickly and give generously to relieve suffering and help to rebuild. Alongside the on-going emergency response, Caribbean leaders announced the launch of a new public-private coalition. One to create the world’s first “climate-smart zone”. The Caribbean Climate-Smart Coalition aims to find a way to break through the systemic obstacles. The ones that stop finance flowing to climate-smart investments. With the right domestic and international reforms, the world can step up. ![The generated image beautifully illustrates the Kyocera Solar project in the Maldives. It effectively captures the island nation's transition to renewable energy while preserving its natural beauty. On one side of the split-screen image, we see the pristine Maldives landscape: turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and traditional Maldivian buildings. This represents the country's natural beauty and traditional way of life. The other side showcases the same landscape transformed by sustainable technology. Kyocera solar panels are seamlessly integrated onto the rooftops of buildings, blending harmoniously with the environment. This visual representation emphasizes how renewable energy can coexist with the island's natural charm. A prominent sun takes center stage in the image, symbolizing the abundant solar energy that powers this green initiative. It's a powerful reminder of the natural resources available to the Maldives in its journey towards sustainability. In the foreground, happy locals and tourists enjoy the beach, illustrating that the adoption of solar technology doesn't compromise the island's appeal. Instead, it enhances it by ensuring a sustainable future for this paradise. This image effectively communicates several key points from the article: The successful implementation of Kyocera's solar technology in the Maldives The balance between modern sustainable solutions and preserving natural beauty The positive impact on both the environment and the local community Overall, the image serves as a compelling visual representation of the Maldives' commitment to renewable energy and its partnership with Kyocera Solar, showcasing a bright, sustainable future for this island nation.](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy. com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/IMG_0001-400x400.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1) As well as help unleash the means to catalyze an ambitious US $8 billion investment plan. All to bring greater energy and infrastructure resilience to 3.2 million Caribbean households. This would help Caribbean islands eliminate their costly dependency on fossil fuels. Then so that they can meet close to 100% percent of their energy needs from renewable sources. All to embed resilience into communities and livelihoods. Therefore realize the bold ambitions of all Caribbean people. ### ![Caribbean leaders launched ambitious plan to create the world’s first “climate-smart zone”](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/img_3939.jpg?resize=150%2C100&quality=89&ssl=1) The announcement came at the One Planet Summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. All to review progress made on the [Paris Agreement](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/05/paris-agreement-vote-is-modest-step-forward-amid-a-growing-climate-change-catastrophe/) adopted by global governments two years ago today. The Coalition aiming to reinvigorate the islands that have been impacted by recent hurricanes Irma and Maria. Therefore and help build more resilient infrastructure and communities across the region. Because the likelihood of future extreme weather events increases. ![Caribbean leaders launched ambitious plan to create the world’s first “climate- smart zone” solar panels in mass](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/ uploads/2018/03/img_3940.jpg?resize=123%2C93&quality=89&ssl=1) THE CARIBBEAN CLIMATE-SMART COALITION SEEKS RAPID IMPLEMENTATION OF US $8 BILLION CLIMATE INVESTMENT PLAN THAT WILL TRANSFORM REGIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM, BUILD RESILIENCY, DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH AND SET A GLOBAL EXAMPLE (Paris, 12 December 2017), _Finally_ _and_ _For further details on the announcement, please visit: [https://www.digitalnewsagency.com/stories/11910](https://www.digitalnewsagency.com/stories/11910)_ ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df91669667126e1290c21ee0342c386e2da19d588d4d9ca6560bd82ed59a9641? s=300&d=monsterid&r=g) greenlivingguy The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. 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