Opposition Leader Bishop Joseph Atherley is calling on the church to adopt a strong activism and advocacy platform to help Barbados fight climate change.Atherley said that while the church has a strong presence in society, the institution adding its voice to climate change discussions and negotiations locally and internationally, is critical at this time, when Barbados like other small island states has been feeling the negative impact of climate change.He believes such a move is important to the future of the economy and generations to come.Speaking during Barbados’ first Conference with faith-based organisations on Climate Action on Friday, the Opposition Leader who is also a religious leader said churches must speak up for sustainable development towards adaptation and disaster risk management including coastal infrastructural development especially with reference to tourism.
