AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBlue Economy & Marine Life: SPECTO has closed turtle watching tours for the rest of Grenada’s 2026 leatherback nesting season after a sharp drop in female nesting on Levera Beach, with similar declines reported in Trinidad—raising concerns that the issue may be regional. Wildlife Protection: Grenada’s Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs (BEMA) condemned the illegal slaughter of a leatherback sea turtle on 13 May near Solamente Guesthouse and reiterated the closed-fishery rules and 1 April–31 August 2026 restrictions. Water & Environment Education: Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) and St George’s University hosted World Environment Day activities in St David, using river macroinvertebrates to assess water health; students found species linked to relatively good water quality. Blue Economy Finance & Jobs: OECS is inviting Blue Economy MSMEs to two virtual information sessions for Window 2 matching grants (USD $100,000–$150,000), while Grenada’s Investment Migration Agency (IMA) is recruiting an Accounts Manager. Climate Finance Readiness: Grenada Development Bank seeks a Climate Finance Public-Private Partnership Strategist to help mobilise private sector investment for climate-resilient, low-carbon growth. Fisheries Clean Energy: CRFM says it’s scaling clean energy support under the STAR-Fish project to strengthen fisheries and aquaculture resilience, including renewable energy and cold-chain improvements across participating countries including Grenada. Local Waste Action: GNSA and GSWMA’s Blaze the Track – Smash the Trash competition recognised schools for cleanliness and responsible waste disposal during sports events. Public Transport Support: Grenada’s Transport Commission reports EC$1.7m in 2025–2026 support to bus operators to keep fares affordable, including fuel tax rebates and a tyre/parts concession approved by Cabinet.
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