The document provides an overview of the challenges and impacts of climate change on the Caribbean region, focusing on economic losses and potential gains. It highlights key areas of activity for the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), including trade, statistics, social development, science and technology, and sustainable development. The ECLAC Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean (ECLAC/CDCC) plays a crucial role in facilitating cooperation among member countries and addressing climate change issues. The document outlines the economic losses associated with climate change, such as increased risks of natural disasters, droughts, and sea-level rise, which can lead to higher food prices, water scarcity, and increased vulnerability to disasters. It also discusses potential economic gains, including investment in clean technologies, resilient infrastructure, and disaster prevention, as well as opportunities in agriculture, tourism, and the "green" economy. The Caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to its strong economic linkages with major world economies. The global financial crisis has exacerbated these vulnerabilities, leading to economic slowdowns, reduced demand for commodities, and tighter access to credit. The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) member countries, especially smaller states, are at high risk of reversing socio-economic progress, particularly in areas like poverty reduction and health. The document concludes by emphasizing the need for increased investment in statistical development, enhanced collaboration among regional agencies, and a shift towards sustainable development models to address the challenges posed by climate change.The document provides an overview of the challenges and impacts of climate change on the Caribbean region, focusing on economic losses and potential gains. It highlights key areas of activity for the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), including trade, statistics, social development, science and technology, and sustainable development. The ECLAC Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean (ECLAC/CDCC) plays a crucial role in facilitating cooperation among member countries and addressing climate change issues. The document outlines the economic losses associated with climate change, such as increased risks of natural disasters, droughts, and sea-level rise, which can lead to higher food prices, water scarcity, and increased vulnerability to disasters. It also discusses potential economic gains, including investment in clean technologies, resilient infrastructure, and disaster prevention, as well as opportunities in agriculture, tourism, and the "green" economy. The Caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to its strong economic linkages with major world economies. The global financial crisis has exacerbated these vulnerabilities, leading to economic slowdowns, reduced demand for commodities, and tighter access to credit. The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) member countries, especially smaller states, are at high risk of reversing socio-economic progress, particularly in areas like poverty reduction and health. The document concludes by emphasizing the need for increased investment in statistical development, enhanced collaboration among regional agencies, and a shift towards sustainable development models to address the challenges posed by climate change.