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The vital climate summit in Glasgow is approaching, while the Pacific Island of Tuvalu cop the brunt of climate change

The nation of Tuvalu is seeing an alarming rise in tides, with experts predicting the Island will be decimated in the near future.

Tuvalu grapples with climate change

Prime Minister Kausea Natano addresses the UN General Assembly asking some very vital questions as his country faces total submersion. These are valid but difficult moral and political questions millions of people in low-lying coastal areas continue to grapple with.

“How strong will the next tropical cyclone be?

What about our traditional culture and heritage? 

Our human rights?

Will Tuvalu remain a member of the UN if it is finally submerged? Who can help us, and will they help us?”

“Until we have answers, sustainable development for us will only be wishful thinking and a short-term goal running on borrowed time. Not a reality we can accomplish,”

“Indeed, the cost of continuous rebuilding after every tropical storm and adapting to increasing sea levels leaves little fiscal space for investment in the SDGs,

our global climate actions must focus on the root causes of climate change to break this cycle of costly and continuous rebuilding,”

Prime Minister Kausea Natano

The international community must now consider solutions to protect the rights of people affected by the impacts of climate change and to avoid chaotic responses to uncontrolled mass climate displacement.

Tuvalu’s Prime Minister explained to the assembly that one obvious sustainable solution is to stop and reverse increasing global temperatures.

Prime Minister Kausea Natano addresses the UN General Assembly

“They’ve got an avergae level of two metres above sea level,

we know climate change is already going to increase sea levels by one metre.

It also means there is massive storm surge- these Islands will be decimated.”

Scott Hamilton, Ticker Climate co-host & energy expert

COP26 in Glasgow

Climate change is high on the agenda for our world’s leaders right now, with talks taking place recently at the UN General Assembly and also the Quad meet. Major climate talks are looming at the upcoming COP26 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in November.

This is seen as the most critical climate meeting in nearly ten years. However, Australia’s Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, is yet to make a decision on whether he will attend the summit in Glasgow.

The Prime Minister’s office says a decision hasn’t been made, with Foreign Minister Marise Payne confirming they’re still finalising who will represent Australia at the event.

Morrison has made a few key international trips since the pandemic, in relation to the Aukus alliance and also trips to Japan and the United Kingdom. Critics are questioning how the Prime Minister can be absent from the crucial meeting, when Joe Biden and Boris Johnson will be there.

Australia has continuously been scrutinised for its unambitious emission reduction targets and its absence in adopting net-zero emissions by 2050 goal yet. Also, the Prime Minister coming under fire for Australia’s lingering commitment to the coal industry.

“Morrison recently reached out to Biden and Boris for the nuclear subs deal… so you would think he would therefore see the importance if those two leaders are making the effort to go to Glasgow…

It really is telling that he is equivocating that he’s not really serious about climate action. It’s the actions that count.”

Scott Hamilton, Ticker Climate co-host & energy expert

 

Canceling coal

As the world transitions away from coal, Australia seems reluctant to consider a future without it. Country coal towns and the Australian economy rely heavily on the coal industry. However, it is crucial that Australia now paves its way in a new direction.

The coal industry gives thousands of Australians jobs, but when the rest of the world moves away from coal, Australia’s exporting opportunities will no longer be there.

That’s why it’s essential to create a plan, so people are not left in dead-end industries and we’re in line with the rest of the world in tackling climate change. This all comes as state Energy Minister’s urge the Australian Government to put an end to coal and look at climate-friendly alternatives.

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“One of the big messages coming out of that meeting [Quad] from India,

is the demand for green steel, made from green hydrogen.

Not from coal and not from fossil gas.”

Scott Hamilton, Ticker Climate co-host & energy expert

World River’s Day

World Rivers Day is a day for the celebration of our rivers and waterways, but also a day for remembering how fragile they are. Ticker Climate co-host Scott Hamilton is launching his book Sold Down The River, with co-author Stuart Kells.

This book is critical in highlighting the impact of climate change on the iconic Murray Darling Basin Rivers in Australia.

Watch this week’s full episode.

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Australia’s workforce revolution sets the stage for a four-day work week

Australia’s AI Workforce Revolution: Automation Paves the Way for a Four-Day Work Week and New Job Redesigns.

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Australia’s AI workforce revolution: automation paves the way for a four-day work week.

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UiPath’s report highlights the rapid shift towards “agentic automation,” where AI makes autonomous decisions, encouraging businesses to reassess roles and harness automation for productivity. This evolution may enable a four-day work week and necessitates the retraining of staff while ensuring regulations are in place for trust and compliance with AI integration.

The trend towards work reallocation is rapidly advancing, with UiPath’s new report identifying significant shifts in AI and automation.

Key insights from the report suggest a move towards “agentic automation,” where AI begins to make autonomous decisions. Yelena GalstianHead of Solutions and Customer Advisory at UiPath shares her key insights.

Organisations are encouraged to reassess existing roles and identify areas where automation can enhance productivity.

A critical aspect will be the orchestration of collaboration between human employees, AI agents, and software robots to ensure effective teamwork.

Looking ahead, the motto for businesses is to “redesign and reassign” processes while considering how AI can handle repetitive tasks, allowing human employees to focus on more complex responsibilities.

As organisations embrace these changes, we could see a potential transition to a four-day work week, made feasible through increased efficiency and productivity from AI.

For further insights into the research and methodologies for implementing AI in business, interested parties can connect with the UiPath team through their website.

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Future of hospitality: AI, smart automation, and record-breaking 2025 travel growth

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As global tourism revenue surges, cutting-edge technology and automation are revolutionising the hospitality industry.

Global travel demand remains strong heading into 2025, with industry experts predicting record-breaking tourism revenue.

According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, global tourism revenue is set to hit $1.9 trillion this year.

With record-breaking growth projected for the travel industry, hospitality leaders are embracing AI, automation, and luxury innovations to enhance guest experiences.

As demand for international travel remains strong, hospitality businesses are adapting to evolving traveler expectations through technology and innovation.

One of the key trends shaping the industry is the rise of artificial intelligence and smart automation.

From AI-powered customer service to energy-efficient hotel management systems, technology is redefining guest experiences.

Luxury boutique hotels like London’s Eccleston Square Hotel are at the forefront of this transformation.

Known as one of the world’s most technologically advanced hotels, Eccleston Square has recently unveiled a major tech upgrade.

The hotel is now using Apple TVs from ROOMNET, an advanced automation system developed with Leading Edge Automation, and a cutting-edge building management system by HSYCO. These innovations enhance operational efficiency while maintaining a commitment to sustainability.

These enhancements work in sync with the hotel’s property management system, MEWS, to create a smarter, more sustainable hospitality experience.

As AI continues to reshape the hospitality landscape, Eccleston Square Hotel’s approach reflects the industry’s broader shift toward innovation, efficiency, and sustainability—paving the way for the future of luxury travel.

Olivia Byrne, Owner and Company Director Eccleston Square Hotel joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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Nightmare for Labour as Reform UK leads in poll

Reform UK surpasses Labour in polling for first time, with Brexit leader Nigel Farage gaining support amid Conservative decline.

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Reform UK surpasses Labour in polling for first time, with Brexit leader Nigel Farage gaining support amid Conservative decline.

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Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has overtaken Labour in a YouGov poll with 25% support, while Labour sits at 24% and the Conservatives at 21%. This shift indicates growing discontent with the government, particularly as Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch struggles to regain support.

The poll, conducted among 2,223 adults at the beginning of February, shows Reform UK at 25 percent support, a rise of two points from the previous poll.

Labour has declined by three points to 24 percent, while the Conservative Party has dropped to 21 percent.

While these results are notable, the next general election is not required until August 2029, and Reform’s lead falls within the poll’s margin of error. POLITICO’s Poll of Polls shows Labour and Reform both at 25 percent, with Conservatives at 22 percent.

This polling data is troubling for the government, particularly after Labour’s dominance in the last election, where they achieved a majority with 33.7 percent of the vote. Reform UK was in third place with 14.3 percent.

The findings also reflect poorly on Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who seeks to restore support following recent losses.

YouGov indicates that 24 percent of those who voted Conservative in July would now choose Reform, with 43 percent of Conservative voters in 2024 favouring a merger between the two parties.

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