Low-lying island states know first-hand the effects of climate change, and the consequences of wooly language in agreed climate texts.
At COP27, developing countries managed to get discussions about "loss and damage" onto the agenda. But that's just a start, really they need immediate emissions reductions, and a transparent and accountable mechanism for trillions-of-dollars worth of climate grants.
Sivendra Michael is a Fijian climate negotiator who knows what it's like to grapple with rising seas, more severe storms, and entire populations having to move.
He spoke to Jimmy Ellingham about how he brings that personal experience into the negotiations; and the new Kioa Declaration
