AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDigital resilience for Grenada’s MSMEs: The Caribbean Development Bank and Barbados’ Small Business Association launched “Reengineering MSMEs for Growth,” backing at least 150 firms across Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines to boost digital skills, competitiveness and market reach, with inclusion for women-led and underserved businesses. Blue Economy coordination: Grenada will host the 24th OECS meeting of Ministers Responsible for Living Marine Resources and the Blue Economy on 3–4 September, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation for sustainable fisheries and marine ecosystem protection. Renewables and water education: Grenada’s PURC wrapped up its biggest Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students with lessons on renewable energy, energy efficiency and water/electricity conservation. Land and drought resilience via tech: Grenada called for inclusive, responsible use of digitalisation and AI to support sustainable land management and drought resilience, warning that weak connectivity and data access could widen inequalities. Carriacou museum rebuild for storms: Carriacou’s museum board is seeking funding for a climate-resilient rebuild costing over EC$1 million, designed to better withstand future hurricanes. Wildfire risk in the region: Mississippi counties including Grenada were placed under outdoor burn bans due to hot, dry, windy conditions. Marine nature spotlight: Grenada wildlife photographer John Griffith’s solo exhibition opens 28 August at Laluna Art Studio & Gallery, highlighting birds and marine biodiversity.
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