In today’s episode, “Many Cooks in the Kitchen,” we explore how cross-sector collaboration is key to building climate and water resilience. Join Mary Anne as she speaks with leaders from the Water @ the Heart of Climate Action initiative, uncovering successes, challenges, and the real-world impact of coordinated efforts across governments, local communities, and humanitarian organizations. From early warning systems to community-level action, this episode highlights how collective effort can create meaningful change, even in the face of complex climate risks and ongoing conflicts.

Guests:

• Elise Tunier, Programme Coordinator, Water at the Heart of Climate Action
• Stefania Giodini, Manager, Water, Climate & Nature, Netherlands Red Cross
• Ramesh Tripathi, Project Manager, World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
• Phoebe Shikuku, Early Warning System Expert, UNDRR
• Grace Kiyagaba, Project Manager, Uganda Red Cross
• Paul Rotebuga, Project Manager, Rwanda Red Cross
• Abdel Raman Sakayron, Director General, Nile Water, Ministry of Water Resources, Sudan

Whether you’re a professional in the field or simply passionate about climate action, The Climate Carrot offers insights, inspiration, and practical stories about turning challenges into solutions. For more information, visit the Climate Centre at www.climatecentre.org and Water at the Heart of Climate Action at www.waterattheheartofclimateaction.org.

Credits for this Episode:

• Host: Mary Anne Zeilstra
• Guide Questions: Cheikh Kane
• Interviews: Cheikh Kane and Mary Anne Zeilstra
• Sound Editing: Mary Anne Zeilstra