AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoCoastal Flood Risk: ADB warns Asia-Pacific flood losses could reach US$172–199 billion a year by 2050. Tonga is among the most exposed economies, with projected welfare losses of 2.6%; the study also tracks settlement growth in flood-prone Nuku’alofa. Rising Seas: A Commonwealth report says sea levels around Tonga have risen 7.3mm annually since 1993, faster than the global average. About 84% of Tongans live within a kilometre of the coast, underscoring the need for adaptation based on local conditions. Climate and Health: WHO warns climate change is adding pressure to Pacific health systems by shifting disease patterns and displacing communities, and says support is underway to strengthen climate-ready facilities and emergency planning. Clean Energy: Endurance Energy plans to deploy up to six undersea geothermal units off Tonga in 2027, potentially reducing reliance on imported diesel. Its prototype generated net power for only 8.7 seconds; longer tests are planned. El Niño: Drought and water scarcity are affecting parts of Tonga, putting further pressure on crops, food security and livelihoods.
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