The people of Anuta in the Solomon Islands live on 37 hectares of land and depend entirely on their marine resources for survival. To adapt to climate change, they build sea walls that block incoming waves during cyclones or high waves, protecting their homes and outrigger fishing canoes, which are the most important asset on Anuta Island. Credit: Zahiyd Namo/Solomon Islands
by IPS correspondent (Pacific Islands)
Inter Press Service
PACIFIC ISLANDS, Aug 8 (IPS) – The winners of the Pacific Community photo competition are showing the devastating impact of climate on beautiful and fragile environments, documenting the most pressing issues facing communities living on the islands today.
The images are used to illustrate the forthcoming book: Climate change implications for fisheries and aquaculture in the Pacific Islands region. The governments of Australia and New Zealand supported the international team of experts who selected the work in collaboration with SPC.
IPS is publishing a selection of the winning photos today.
Sinking Kove Islands. For thousands of people, the islands of the Kove region have been home. As the population grows, more homes are being built above water. However, poor infrastructure and shrinking land mass mean that their homes are threatened by rising sea levels and unpredictable weather patterns. Credit: Tiana Reimann/Papua New Guinea At low tide, an i-Taukei fisherman gathers cockles along the Nasese Sea Wall, a tradition that has been eroded by time and tide. Her resilience reflects the struggle of Pacific communities against rising sea levels and changing ecosystems, and illustrates the intimate connection between climate change and traditional fishing. Credit: Josh Kuilamu/Fiji A fisherman casts his net over a muddy, silt-laden reef, highlighting the harsh effects of climate change in Yuru Harbour, East Kwaio, Malaita Province, Solomon Islands. Rising temperatures and altered rainfall patterns have led to increased silt formation and disrupted fisheries and aquaculture, threatening marine ecosystems and traditional livelihoods that depend on fishing. Credit: Zorik Olangi/Solomon Islands Water is flooding in, showing how nature and people are in danger. Trees can’t grow because of the salt, leaving no protection. This photo warns of the effects of climate change on our islands and atolls. It’s a clear sign that we need to take action to keep our world safe. Credit: Gitty Keziah Yee/Tuvalu
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