The world is rapidly changing, and most islands are now dependent on the just one economic sector such as Tourism or Financial Services.
Island communities are generally far less resilient than mainland countries in responding to external factors beyond their control, this unstable situation is already presenting economic, social, and environmental challenges for many island jurisdictions and organisations.
Guernsey is no different, but what can we learn from elsewhere?
At this event Chris Brock will unveil the latest insights from the ISLEFACT "State of the Islands" review and the discussion will highlight key benchmarks for resilience, using case studies from Guernsey, Majorca, and other islands to illustrate the unique risks, opportunities and potential solutions drawing from best practice worldwide.
What can we learn from 'Tasmania Together'? What can we take from Dominica's plans to become the world's first climate-resilient nation?
Guernsey is very vulnerable but increasingly so are other islands. One of the ways of reducing Guernsey's vulnerability is the construction of the tunnel.
How can we do now to plan for a resilient future for Guernsey?
