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Preparedness for climate change: Resilience and adaptation
are embedded into cultural norms
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To be ready for climate change:
• Vetiver grass, trees, mangroves and other vegetation have been planted
across SVG to protect against sea level rise, soil erosion and landslides.
• Climate change adaptation and mitigation subjects are added to the
curriculum in the 100 government schools.
• Pollution from plastic and other trash is reduced and is prevented from
ending up on beaches and in the ocean as well as blocking drains and rivers.
• The population has moved from high-risk areas like the oceanfront and river
banks.
• For emergencies:
• Affordable housing models to rebuild homes have been created.
• A manifold communication system is intact.
• Community groups are trained and mobilised to help people in need.
• Emergency shelters and clinics are well equipped.
• Emergency systems are in place to transport injured people to hospitals by
boat when roads are blocked.

