Cost Of Minister Roban’s Trips: $0 & $10,215
A trip in August 2022 by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to Bahamas for the First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27 cost $0. and a trip in April 2022 for the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Climate Change Summit and CREF 2022 cost $10,215.38, according to recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage.
First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27: $0
The trip duration was listed as from August 16, 2022 – August 18, 2022, and the web page listing said, “Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter H. Roban, JP, MP travelled to Nassau, Bahamas to participate in the First Regional Heads of Government Meeting in preparation for COP27.
“The meeting, held under the Chairmanship of The Bahamas Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis and in partnership with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change [UNFCCC] saw Heads of Governments and relevent stakeholders meet to begin the process of having a unified position on the agenda to be discussed in Egypt in November.
“Minister Roban quoted, ‘ In advance consideration of Bermuda’s and other Overseas Territories’ participation at COP27, this meeting of Government Heads was an excellent opportunity for growing and fostering dialogue and networking with other Caribbbean nations. It has allowed governments to advance meaningful partnerships and policy positions to address climate change, the concerns around it, and development in a sustainable manner, which is vital to the people of Bermuda’
“I also expressed my gratitude to the UN and Bahamian Government for including Bermuda and the other territories in this important meeting. Together we expressed a willingness to work as part as the Region’s effort and as part of the international island community to make a substantial impact at COP27.”
“Minister Roban’s meals, travel and accommodation were graciously covered by the UNFCCC.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $0.00
- Ground Transportation: $0.00
- Accommodation: $0.00
- Meals: $0.00
- Total costs: $0.00
Turks and Caicos Islands’ Climate Change Summit and CREF 2022: $10,215.38
The trip duration was listed as from April 20, 2022 – April 29, 2022, and the web page listing said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter H. Roban, JP, MP., was invited by the Department of Environment and Coastal Resources [DECR] under the Turks and Caicos Islands Government as the keynote speaker to address the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Climate Change Summit which was hosted from 21-22 April 2022 on the Island of Providenciales.
“Minister Roban was invited to participate and bring remarks on behalf of Bermuda as their work towards sustainability and climate resilience was recognised and commended.
“The Summit’s theme was “One Earth: Investing in our Planet.” The Summit saw the signing of the Turks and Caicos Islands Climate Charter which outlined their commitment to the environment as well as working together towards safeguarding the Islands from the increasing impact of climate change.
“Minister Roban was also invited to attend and bring remarks on behalf of Bermuda at the 14th Annual Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] 2022 in Miami, Florida from 26-28 April 2022.
“CREF 2022 was hosted by New Energy Events at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel. This conference was the largest clean energy conference for the region.
“Minister Roban[Government of Bermuda] was a winner of the CREF 2022 Caribbean Energy Leader MVP Award 2021-2022. The CREF Awards Committee supported the recognition of all leaders who have advanced the renewable energy and energy efficiency in the Caribbean.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $976.90
- Accommodation: $8,775.51
- Meals: $462.97
- Total costs: $10,215.38
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