Climate Change

  • Photo of “Progress means reparatory justice to heal historical wounds and climate justice to secure our future” – Barbados CARICOM Youth Ambassador

    “Progress means reparatory justice to heal historical wounds and climate justice to secure our future” – Barbados CARICOM Youth Ambassador

    For centuries, we have been a resilient people. We are the descendants of those who refused to accept subjugation, the rightful heirs of revolutionary freedom fighters and visionaries. But today, can we say that we have claimed the full potential of our independence? Or are we still tethered to structures that were never built to serve us? Barbados CARICOM Youth…

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  • Photo of Redouble collective efforts, pool combined wisdom, act on basis of fundamental, intrinsic principles – CARICOM SG | Opening, 48th Regular  Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM

    Redouble collective efforts, pool combined wisdom, act on basis of fundamental, intrinsic principles – CARICOM SG | Opening, 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM

    “The current global challenges cannot be effectively addressed in splendid isolation. In our Region, which accounts for less than one percent of the global population, we know that if we are to decisively counter and surmount the combined effects of adverse developments, we must redouble collective efforts, pool our combined wisdom, and act on the basis of our fundamental, intrinsic…

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  • Photo of Major achievements under food security initiative

    Major achievements under food security initiative

    The 25 by 2025 food and nutrition security initiative has recorded major achievements including increased production across the Region, and the implementation of key agricultural policies, the CARICOM Secretariat’s Agriculture Programme has reported. The Initiative aims to reduce the Region’s high food import bill by 25 per cent by the end of this year. Ms. Milagro Matus, Deputy Programme Manager,…

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  • Photo of Ministerial Champions ‘a very necessary arrangement’

    Ministerial Champions ‘a very necessary arrangement’

    The identification of ministerial leads for negotiations around sustainable development and the environment ensures the amplification of the needs and concerns of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Ms. Amrikha Singh, Programme Manager, Sustainable Development at the CARICOM Secretariat said. Last year, in preparation for COP 29 negotiations, the Region identified Ministerial Champions to enhance its representation and coordination. The Champions for…

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  • Photo of Climate financing, special circumstances of SIDS key for CARICOM

    Climate financing, special circumstances of SIDS key for CARICOM

    The Caribbean Community is placing priority on adequate and accessible climate financing, and on ensuring the special circumstances of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are considered in international funding negotiations. Climate financing for SIDS – to the tune of $1.3 trillion – is necessary to help achieve the goal of reducing global temperature to 1.5℃ above pre-industrial levels. SIDS, including…

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  • Photo of CCCCC, Belize Launch BZD$77M Project to Build Climate Resilience in Sugarcane Industry

    CCCCC, Belize Launch BZD$77M Project to Build Climate Resilience in Sugarcane Industry

    The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) in partnership with the Government of Belize, and key industry stakeholders, officially launched the ‘Building the Adaptive Capacity of Sugarcane Farmers in Northern Belize’ (BAC-SuF) project. The launch took place at Escuela Secundaria Técnica México (Secondary and Vocational School of Mexico) in Corozal. This first-time initiative for the Government of Belize and the…

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  • Photo of CARICOM lauds Grenada’s dedication to regional integration and its unwavering pursuit of climate justice

    CARICOM lauds Grenada’s dedication to regional integration and its unwavering pursuit of climate justice

    Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, recognised Grenada’s commitment to regional integration as the nation celebrates its 51st Independence Anniversary under the theme ‘The Next 50: Embracing a Future of Development, Transformation and Unity.’ Dr. Barnett highlighted Grenada’s significant contributions to advance Science and Technology, including Information and Communications, in CARICOM and emphasised Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell’s leadership in…

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  • Photo of Environment Ministers set stage for CARICOM coordination on multilateral environmental issues in 2025

    Environment Ministers set stage for CARICOM coordination on multilateral environmental issues in 2025

    The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) must remain unified and assertive in advocating for solutions that address the vulnerabilities of Small Island Developing States (SIDs).  Sir Molwyn Joseph, Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment of Antigua and Barbuda, delivered the charge during remarks at the opening of the virtual Second Annual Ministerial Post-Conference of the Parties (COP) Debriefing, which he chaired…

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  • Photo of CARICOM SG urges increased advocacy internationally as CARICOM holds first major meeting for 2025

    CARICOM SG urges increased advocacy internationally as CARICOM holds first major meeting for 2025

    (Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Describing 2024 as “very active and rewarding,” CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett expressed optimism for 2025, noting the Community’s commitment to building on its achievements and embracing new challenges and opportunities.At the 54th Meeting of the Community Council of Ministers on January 16, Dr Barnett highlighted the gains made in 2024,…

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  • Photo of Solar-Powered Water Treatment Plant Commissioned at Port Mourant, Guyana 

    Solar-Powered Water Treatment Plant Commissioned at Port Mourant, Guyana 

    The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC), the Government of Guyana, and Guyana Water Incorporated in partnership with the European Union (EU) last week officially commissioned a solar-powered water treatment plant in Port Mourant, Berbice.  This landmark project signifies a significant step towards climate resilience in the region by integrating renewable energy into critical water infrastructure.  Speaking at the ceremony,…

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