6 things to keep in mind for resolution writing

 Hi delegates, 

As some of you have started drafting a few clauses to bring into committee, I wanted to give a few tips and spearhead ways to solve some of these wicked problems. These tips will be general however, feel free to fit this into your country's stance to formulate resolutions. It would be nice if your resolutions touch upon a few, if not all of these points.

Topic A:

• Develop and enforce regulations: Governments can develop regulations to limit the use of single-use plastics and encourage the use of more eco-friendly alternatives. This can include banning plastic bags, implementing deposit-return schemes for plastic bottles, and regulating the use of microbeads in personal care products.

• Support research and development: Governments can fund research and development into new materials and technologies that can help reduce microplastic pollution. This can include supporting the development of biodegradable plastics, investing in wastewater treatment technologies, and encouraging the use of more sustainable packaging materials.

• Educate the public: Governments can launch public awareness campaigns to educate citizens about the dangers of microplastic pollution and encourage them to take action to reduce their own plastic consumption. This can include working with schools, community organizations, and businesses to promote sustainable practices.

Preventing the release of microplastics into the environment in the first place is more effective and less costly than trying to collect and remove them after they've entered the ecosystem. By preventing the release of microplastics, we can reduce the amount of plastic waste that enters the environment and minimize the potential damage to wildlife and ecosystems.

Topic B:

• National adaptation plans: Countries can develop national adaptation plans that focus on the impacts of climate change on agriculture and prioritize climate-resilient agriculture practices. These plans can include research and development initiatives, promoting sustainable land use, building climate-smart infrastructure, and supporting farmer education and training programs.

• Sustainable agriculture policies: Governments can develop policies that promote sustainable agricultural practices, such as reducing the use of chemical inputs, promoting agroforestry, and supporting the adoption of climate-resilient crop varieties. These policies can be designed to incentivize the adoption of sustainable practices and discourage unsustainable practices

• Agricultural insurance: Governments can provide agricultural insurance to farmers to protect against losses due to extreme weather events, such as drought or floods. This can help reduce the financial risk associated with climate change and encourage farmers to adopt climate-resilient practices.

In summary, addressing the impact of climate change on agriculture requires a comprehensive approach that includes developing national adaptation plans, promoting sustainable agriculture policies, investing in climate-smart infrastructure, providing education and training to farmers, providing agricultural insurance, and investing in research and development.

I hope these ideas, can aid in position paper writing or resolution writing. Looking forward to some of these ideas!

Best,

KOHSEI YASHIRO

UNEP Head Chair