Tag: climate resilience

Environmental Foundation of Jamaica

Environmental Foundation of Jamaica invites proposals for grant funding 2024

March 10, 2024

The Environmental Foundation of Jamaica (EFJ) has a call for proposals out, under its Forest Conservation Fund and the Special Climate Change Adaptation Fund (SCCAF). Proposals from eligible non-governmental organisations must be received by email or delivered to EFJ’s address not later than 3:30 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2024. Please see full details below … More Environmental Foundation of Jamaica invites proposals for grant funding 2024

Sustainable Hydroponics Production to increase food security in Jamaica

April 6, 2023

I am currently compiling a list of topics that I believe the Jamaican Government should be talking more about, educating the public about (and taking action on). Not only environmental topics (although the existential ot only in relation to the environment. It is getting quite long. One of these is sustainable, climate-smart agriculture in all … More Sustainable Hydroponics Production to increase food security in Jamaica

Climate Tracker offers opportunities for environmental journalism in the Caribbean

August 10, 2022

A phrase that is becoming quite a cliché these days is: “The Caribbean is on the front lines of the climate crisis.” What this really means is that, very often, our small nations have to do the heavy lifting. Are we armed and ready for the battle on those front lines? And before we get … More Climate Tracker offers opportunities for environmental journalism in the Caribbean

Some events to look out for on climate justice, the environment, and the Caribbean

July 12, 2022

There are a few rather important dates in the summer calendar to keep in mind related to climate change, extractive industries, and more. This week, Greenpeace USA will hold a hybrid press briefing in Kingston (Thursday, July 14 at 10:00 a.m. at the AC Marriott Hotel) as the International Seabed Authority (ISA) reaches a critical … More Some events to look out for on climate justice, the environment, and the Caribbean

BirdsCaribbean, American Ornithological Society fly over to Puerto Rico for their 2022 Conference

June 19, 2022

The Caribbean (and American) birds are flying again… This time to San Juan, Puerto Rico, where BirdsCaribbean will be partnering with the American Ornithological Society for their 2022 Conference. So this time, it will be really big! Caribbean birds are under threat as never before, with climate change impacts ever-present and growing. This is not … More BirdsCaribbean, American Ornithological Society fly over to Puerto Rico for their 2022 Conference

Island Innovation Awards are about climate action, leadership, and sustainability. Apply now!

December 19, 2021

Do you know a person or organization on your island (or another island) who is making a difference in the field of sustainable development and climate action? Or do you consider yourself a leader in this area? Do you know a fantastic sustainable energy project, or company that is doing great things? Then why not … More Island Innovation Awards are about climate action, leadership, and sustainability. Apply now!

“The greenest since Independence”: Jamaica Labour Party defends its environmental record

November 6, 2021

As COP26 (the Climate Change Conference in Glasgow) winds on, and Caribbean leaders make wonderful speeches at the podium, the Jamaican Government has been feeling a little pressure at home from some Jamaicans (including myself) who are concerned that the speeches don’t quite match up to activities on the ground. Such activities would include, of … More “The greenest since Independence”: Jamaica Labour Party defends its environmental record

The Caribbean Regional Climate Conference: June 1 – 2, 2021

May 30, 2021

The Caribbean Regional Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) is hosting a free online conference on June 1 and 2 with the University of the West Indies (UWI), supported by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Climate Investment Funds (CIFs). You can register here. I am not quite sure whether the theme is “Look … More The Caribbean Regional Climate Conference: June 1 – 2, 2021

Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Jamaica: Youth Request Greater Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

November 20, 2020

Nine youth groups, headed by the Jamaica Climate Change Youth Council, have sent an Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Jamaica, Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Here is the text, which they shared online today (November 19, 2020). Congratulations to the driving force behind this, #Youth4PuertoBueno. Dear Prime Minister: On behalf of Jamaicans who have … More Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Jamaica: Youth Request Greater Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

Caribbean Environment Week: Stepping Up to a Sustainable Future

November 5, 2020

Just take a look at the photos and videos from the past three or four weeks, as Tropical Storms Zeta and Eta hovered on our doorstep: eroded hillsides sliding onto roads and blocking them; large (and deep) flooded areas, potentially creating major health problems; we even had a “mini tornado” in Portland. We can no … More Caribbean Environment Week: Stepping Up to a Sustainable Future