Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has suggested small states may have to consider pooling investments, as work continues to phase out fossil fuels and increase reliance on renewable energy. Citing the Caribbean as an example, she said opportunities exist for significant capacity in solar, wind and geothermal energy among others. Ms. Mottley was addressing the Global Renewables Summit organised by Bloomberg Philanthropies. Meanwhile, Special Adviser to the UN Secretary General on Climate Action and Just Transition, Selwin Hart says more needs to be done to keep the 1.5 degrees threshold pledged in the Paris Agreement to tackle climate change, within reach. He says despite the record deployment of renewables, it is not displacing fossil fuels as fast as the world needs. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is taking part in the second High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) today. The dedicated meeting is a new effort to bring urgent attention by leaders for increased action on the growing risk of untreatable infections and of increasing mortality. Ahead of that meeting, Ms. Mottley highlighted the impact of AMR, noting it is already claiming a million lives a year directly and is responsible indirectly for just under four million more. The theme of the meeting is "Investing in the Present and Securing Our Future Together: Accelerating Multi-Sectoral Global, Regional and National Actions to Address Antimicrobial Resistance." The last High-Level Meeting was held by the General Assembly in 2016. Director General of the World Health Organisation, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus says AMR is a global health threat that can unwind hundreds of years of medical progress. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbados has told a global forum geopolitical conflicts are distracting the world from addressing fundamental issues. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley says attention should be placed on solving the climate crisis and dealing with unregulated artificial intelligence and pandemics. She shared the view during "A Conversation with Prime Minister Mia Mottley" organised by the Council on Foreign Relations. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Friday will be observed as 'Sneaker Day' a day the NCD Commission is using to raise awareness about the importance of physical activity among workers. Barbadians are being encouraged to step into wellness by wearing their sneakers to work on the day. They can post selfies or videos with #bbsneakerday2024 for the opportunity to win prizes. Chair of the NCD Commission, Sulieman Bulbulia reminded the public of the importance of physical activity, stating society has become less active. Health and Wellness Advocate, Celia Collymore further revealed the NCD Commission will be working with the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the launch of its 'Get Moving Initiative'. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

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Within recent years this team has been a force to be reckoned with in the BFA Premier League, and now in the Prime Minister's Cup they have also stamped their authority early. It's time for Let's Play Ball. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Number one seeds Kolij Lions and number 2 seeds CAM Smart Assurance Heat have taken game one of the BABA First Division Best-of-Three semifinal series. Playing recently at the BCC Gym, the Heat defeated Police Sports Club 67-43. Meanwhile, Kolij out-worked VJ Carrington Building and Maintenance Challengers 66-55. Our Damien Best takes a look at that game. Game two in both semis will be on Sunday at 5:30 p.m., again at BCC. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Young Barbadians have been advised they can change the public's perception of them through their positive deeds. This from The Lodge School Principal, Stephen Jackman, as the school recognised five outstanding 6th Form students who not only attained academic success, but are being hailed as examples for others to follow. He says the five have started on their journey to make Barbados a better place. The five awardees - Reann Dottin, Mario Ince, Alexis Belgrave, Aaliyah Ollivierre and Kymani Jordan - were rewarded with monetary contributions ranging from $500 to $3000 along with a plaque during an awards ceremony on Wednesday. The Principal encouraged other students to strive to do good and counter the negatives being portrayed about youth. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Youth advocates of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados continue to bring awareness to the Schools' Nutrition Policy which was implemented in February 2023. They join their voices with regional youth in urging Government officials to get on board and play their part in ensuring the nation's youth are healthier for the long haul. Our Rachelle Agard attended the Hope for the Future event hosted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation in collaboration with the Healthy Caribbean Coalition at the Blackman and Gollop Primary School today, and filed this report. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

At least one teachers' union is calling for more stringent security measures to be implemented at schools across the island. General Secretary of the Barbados Union of Teachers Herbert Gittens notes this is the second week of the term, and already there have been a number of violent incidents recorded. He says the Union continues to urge the authorities to pay particular attention to security at schools. Mr. Gittens also says from reports received, an incident at Hilda Skeene earlier today involving a parent and a teacher is not a violent one, but rather an aggressive one. However, he urges parents to seek to meet with the school's management to iron out any matters. Communications Consultant with the Ministry of Education Gaynelle Marshall confirms a male parent entered the Ruby, St. Philip learning insitution, and behaved in a manner that left teachers and students feeling threatened. She says police were called in to contain the matter, and the school was closed for the remainder of the day. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

International standards, technology and export potential will rank high on the agenda of the Barbados Manufacturers Association Trade and Innovation EXPO next year. Business-to-business talks should set the tone for the highly anticipated event executive director of the Barbados Manufacturers Association Shardae Boyce says it is a family event and the BMA is in the process of inviting several international buyers in a bid to increase export opportunities. Overseas promotion has started in the run-up to next year's expo. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Youth and climate advocate, Ashley Lashley is attending the Clinton Global Initiative annual meeting in New York City. She participated alongside trailblazing artists, actors, and influencers, who shared how they use their platforms to drive greater understanding. Ms. Lashley says the youth have the potential to change the world. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Reducing the energy costs of the Barbados Water Authority is among the objectives of a project currently underway. It's the Water Sector Resilience Nexus for Sustainability in Barbados. During a townhall meeting at the St. Anne's Church in St. Joseph, Renewable Energy Specialist Felicia Cox said the BWA is trying to move away from disruptions to the water supply in the event of a power outage. She also offered a number of suggestions on how Barbadians can conserve water. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbados' Prime Minister, Mia Amor Mottley wants multi-national corporations (MNCs) along with renewable energy companies to embrace sustainable funding. She put forward the proposal as she addressed the annual meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative titled 'Innovating in a Time of Crisis'. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Chief Executive Officer of the Small Business Association (SBA) Dr Lynette Holder wants several systemic challenges addressed to ensure small businesses can thrive in a competitive environment. (Video by Shanice King)

Barbados is the lone English-speaking Caribbean country on board with a new initiative designed to enhance the growth and sustainability of startups with social and environmental impact, across Latin America and the Caribbean. The Kinesis Free Accelerator programme provided training for 16 entrepreneurs for 11 weeks. It's funded by USAID and operated by Agora Partnerships. In Barbados, the Caribbean Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Livelihoods is the implementing partner. Co-founder and Director, Dr. Marcia Brandon says opportunities exist for Barbadian entrepreneurs to benefit from the initiative. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbadians are being encouraged to take advantage of the heavy rainfall the country has been experiencing this month. This from the National Project Coordinator for the Water Sector Resilience Nexus for Sustainability in Barbados initiative, Alex Harewood. He was speaking at one of several town halls to sensitise the public about the multimillion dollar project being co-implemented by the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre and the Barbados Water Authority. Mr. Harewood told a meeting at the St. Anne Church in St. Joseph that hundreds of homes and key institutions would be equipped with water tanks. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley says as a water-scarce country, Barbados has to explore all possible means to augment its groundwater. She highlighted the challenges during a Clinton Global Initiative Annual meeting titled 'Innovating in a Time of Crisis'. Ms. Mottley says she's working for a debt for climate swap to assist in this regard. The Barbadian Leader is also continuing her push for changes to the global financial architecture, to better assist small island developing states on the frontline of the climate crisis. She says SIDS need long-term capital to build resilience. Ms. Mottley added without some form of global levy, the world is unlikely to bridge the gap. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre