AGP Executive Report

Woodford environmental crisis: The DPM is calling on St. John MP and Environment Minister Kerryne James to resign, alleging negligence over Rayneau Construction’s operations in Woodford, including land slippages, road damage and environmental degradation tied to missing approvals and weak oversight. Plastic pollution push: Flow Grenada and the Grenada Green Group, backed by the Liberty Caribbean Foundation, have installed the first recycling bin at St John’s Christian Secondary School, with 10 bins planned for secondary schools to cut plastic waste heading to the Perseverance dump and the marine environment. Climate-resilient infrastructure support: Canada and UNOPS have signed on to launch the RIISE Facility, initially backing Grenada, Dominica, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines with technical help to deliver climate-resilient projects faster and with stronger local capacity. Missing person update: Grenada police say the search continues for 44-year-old American Elizabeth Waddell, last seen near Grand Anse Beach after entering the water; authorities are still treating it as a missing person case and asking the public for any information. Climate-smart agriculture education: CASE hosted an OECS SKIP study tour highlighting climate-smart agriculture, agribusiness and research, as Grenada moves to set up centres of excellence for skills training.

Disaster Watch: A powerful 6.8 earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu island, with dozens injured and major damage reported, as authorities urged people to stay vigilant. Extreme Weather: Torrential downpours are battering the U.S. Northeast, while European wildfires are forcing fresh evacuations in France, Spain and Italy. Grenada Search & Safety: Grenada police say the search continues for 44-year-old American Elizabeth Waddell, missing since July 22 near Grand Anse Beach; investigators released her last known movements and stressed that any public tip could help. Plastic Pollution Push: Flow Grenada and the Grenada Green Group, backed by the Liberty Caribbean Foundation, installed the first school recycling bin and plan 10 bins across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to cut plastic waste reaching the dump site and marine areas. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Canada and UNOPS launched the RIISE facility to help Grenada and other OECS states deliver climate-resilient infrastructure faster, with a Barbados secretariat coordinating support. Youth Climate Voices: The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre opened a youth short story competition for 18–25-year-olds, asking for visions of a climate-secure Caribbean.

Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Pressure: EU officials have told five Eastern Caribbean CBI states to phase out their programmes by 1 June 2028, raising new questions for Grenada and neighbours about how development financing will be replaced and how governments communicate changes at home. Plastic Recycling Push in Grenada: Flow Grenada and the Grenada Green Group (with Liberty Caribbean Foundation support) installed the first recycling bin at St John’s Christian Secondary School and plan 10 recycling bins across secondary schools in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to cut plastic waste heading to the Perseverance dump and the marine environment. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Support: Canada and UNOPS launched the RIISE Facility, with a Barbados secretariat, to help Grenada and other OECS states deliver climate-resilient infrastructure faster by tackling project bottlenecks and building local implementation skills. Climate Litigation Snapshot: The Grantham Research Institute reports first-ever climate case filings in Grenada and highlights a growing wave of climate lawsuits worldwide, including new filings in 2025. Youth Climate Storytelling: The CCCCC Youth Short Story Competition opens for Caricom nationals aged 18–25, asking for stories imagining a climate-secure Caribbean (AI entries not accepted). Grenada Geothermal Drilling Procurement: The Government of Grenada is seeking consultants for roles tied to the Grenada Geothermal Drilling Project, including environmental health and safety, civil engineering, administration, and procurement/contract management. Missing Person Update (Local Impact): Grenada police continue searching for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, last seen entering the water at Grand Anse Beach; authorities say surveillance did not show her returning and are asking coastal residents and fishermen to report any sightings.

Tourism Health Security: CARPHA and the OECS renewed their partnership to roll out the Tourism and Health Programme across member states through 2030, aiming to keep the region safer and more resilient for visitors and workers. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Support: Canada and UNOPS launched the RIISE Facility, with a Barbados secretariat, to help Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines deliver climate-resilient infrastructure faster and with stronger local skills. Plastic Waste Push in Schools: Flow Grenada teamed up with the Grenada Green Group to install recycling bins at St John’s Christian Secondary School, with 10 bins planned across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to cut plastic pollution and ease pressure on the Perseverance dump. Climate Litigation Watch: The Grantham Institute’s climate litigation snapshot reports 3,600 cases filed across 62 countries, including Grenada’s first filings, highlighting how climate disputes are spreading and intensifying. Youth Climate Voices: The CARICOM Climate Change Centre launched a CCCCC youth short story competition for ages 18–25, asking writers to imagine a climate-secure Caribbean (AI entries not accepted). Marine Protection Concern: A regional analysis warns that chemical fishing can be hard to detect yet causes lasting damage to Caribbean reefs and species, calling for tighter maritime attention. Cost-of-Living Relief (Energy): Grenada announced EC$18M in measures, including VAT-free shopping days and full VAT removal on electricity bills Aug–Dec, to reduce household and business pressure from imported energy costs.

Resilient Infrastructure Skills Push: Grenada is among the first Caribbean countries to join a new regional initiative (RIISE) backed by Canada and UNOPS to help governments deliver climate-resilient infrastructure faster and with stronger implementation capacity. Missing Person Search (Grenada): Authorities are still searching for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, last seen July 22 at Grand Anse Beach; officials have asked fishermen, boat operators and coastal residents to watch for her. Cost-of-Living Relief (Grenada): The government announced an EC$18M package, including two VAT-free shopping days monthly and a temporary removal of VAT on electricity bills from August through December, plus expanded electricity subsidies. Renewables Tool for Grenada: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, helping households and businesses plan rooftop solar with scenario and financial estimates. Marine Protection & Illegal Fishing Debate: A Caribbean-focused piece raises concerns about chemical fishing and its lasting damage to reefs and marine life, spotlighting the need for tighter maritime action. Grenada Geothermal Project Procurement: The government posted requests for expressions of interest for key consultancy roles (EHS officer, civil engineer, administrative officer, procurement/contract management) tied to planned geothermal exploration drilling sites.

Search & Safety: Grenada police are urging help in the search for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, last seen July 22 at Grand Anse Beach in St George’s, after her husband posted an urgent plea and officials asked fishermen and coastal residents to watch for sightings. Cost of Living Relief (Energy): Grenada’s government rolled out an EC$18M package to tackle imported food and energy price pressure, including two VAT-free shopping days and a 100% VAT removal on electricity bills from August–December 2026, plus expanded electricity subsidies. Climate & Energy Planning: IRENA’s SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, helping residents and businesses model rooftop solar options via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal. Renewables Project Procurement: The Government of Grenada issued expressions of interest for consultancy roles tied to the Grenada Geothermal Drilling Project, including an Environmental Health and Safety Officer, project civil engineer, administrative officer, and procurement/contract management officer. Environment & Public Participation: An opinion piece argues Grenada must strengthen transparency and community consultation around developments affecting places like La Sagesse, Mt Hartman, Levera and Woodford.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada’s government announced an EC$18 million package to tackle imported inflation, including two VAT-free shopping days per month (Aug–Oct) and a full VAT removal on electricity bills for all consumers from August through December 2026, alongside expanded electricity subsidies and continued fuel price ceilings through Dec 2026. Geothermal Project Jobs & Safeguards: The Ministry of Climate Resilience, the Environment and Renewable Energy issued REOI notices for consultancy roles tied to the Grenada Geothermal Drilling Project, covering an Environmental Health and Safety Officer, Project Civil Engineer, Administrative Officer, and Procurement/Contract Management Officer—at two planned drilling sites in St Patrick and St John under multi-lender environmental and social safeguards. Marine & Tourism Resilience: A travel feature highlights Grenada’s underwater sculpture park off Molinere Bay, built after reef damage from Hurricane Ivan (2004) and framed as part of the island’s push to revive tourism while supporting new marine life. OECS–Morocco Trade Push: OECS member states, including Grenada, promoted new trade and investment cooperation during Economic Promotion Week in Morocco, with delegations led by investment agencies and chambers of commerce. Public Participation on Environment: An opinion piece urges Grenadians to demand transparent environmental assessments and genuine community consultation for developments affecting La Sagesse, Mt Hartman, Levera and Woodford. Solar Planning Tool: IRENA’s SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, offering residents and institutions a way to model rooftop solar options and potential returns.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada’s government rolled out an EC$18M package to tackle imported inflation, including two VAT-free shopping days per month (Aug–Oct) and a 100% VAT removal on electricity bills for all consumers from August through December, alongside expanded electricity subsidies (EC$10 to EC$50 monthly; eligibility up to 200 kWh). Energy & Climate Resilience: The Ministry of Climate Resilience, Environment and Renewable Energy is moving ahead with the Grenada Geothermal Drilling Project, putting out requests for expressions of interest for key roles like an Environmental Health and Safety Officer, project civil engineer, administrative officer, and procurement/contract management. Environmental Governance: An opinion piece argues Grenada must strengthen transparency and community consultation around developments affecting places like Camerhogne Park, La Sagesse, Mt. Hartman, Levera and Woodford—framing it as pro-development but pro-ecological resilience too. Marine & Tourism Recovery: A travel report highlights Grenada’s underwater sculpture park at Molinere Bay, built after the 2004 hurricane to help revive damaged reefs and draw visitors toward coral-friendly “revival” tourism. Regional Cooperation: OECS and Morocco showcased new trade and investment cooperation during Economic Promotion Week, with Grenada’s investment agency (GIDC) among the delegations. Local Safety: Works are set to start on 27 July to upgrade the Girven Road pedestrian crossing with a signalised crossing, wider shared path, and cycle ramps to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada announced an EC$18M package to tackle imported food and energy inflation, including 100% VAT removal on electricity bills from August–December 2026 and continued fuel price ceilings through December. Renewables & Resilience: IRENA’s SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, helping residents and businesses model rooftop solar options via the Climate Resilience Portal. Geothermal Project Procurement: The Government of Grenada issued REOI notices for key consultancy roles (Environmental Health and Safety Officer, Project Civil Engineer, Administrative Officer, and Procurement/Contract Management Officer) for the Grenada Geothermal Drilling Project. Marine Conservation & Tourism: A Grenada underwater sculpture park off Molinere Bay is being used as an artificial-reef attraction to support coral revival and shift tourism after major hurricane damage. Pesticides & Public Health Debate: A Grenada-focused commentary challenges a pesticide-use headline, urging deeper discussion on food safety and public health beyond one statistic. Disaster Preparedness Training: Caribbean Advanced Emergency Shelter training of trainers in Barbados (with Grenada among participating countries) aims to improve safe, dignified shelter response during disasters. Regional Cooperation: OECS and Morocco highlighted new trade and investment opportunities during Economic Promotion Week, with Grenada in the delegation.

OECS & Morocco Deal-Making: OECS states including Grenada are exploring fresh trade and investment links after an Economic Promotion Week in Morocco, bringing together investment agencies, chambers and private sector groups to push practical projects for communities. Cost-of-Living Relief (Grenada): Grenada announced EC$18M in targeted support for households and businesses facing imported food and energy price pressure, including price ceilings through Dec 2026 and 100% VAT removal on electricity bills from Aug–Dec 2026. Solar for Grenada: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, helping residents and institutions model rooftop solar options and investment returns via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal. Disaster Readiness (Region): UN-backed Advanced Emergency Shelter Training of Trainers in Barbados is building regional capacity to manage shelters safely and with dignity during disasters, with Grenada among participating countries. Food Security via Youth (SVG-led, regional): The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” project is rolling out ecological school gardens across St Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Dominica and St Lucia to strengthen climate-resilient food security and nutrition education. Climate Finance Hiring (Grenada): Grenada Development Bank is seeking a Climate Finance Communications Specialist to support private-sector climate investment readiness and awareness for MSMEs. Agriculture Innovation (CARDI): CARDI launched its Agricultural Research and Innovation Symposium focused on climate-resilient food systems, highlighting research to tackle pests, climate impacts and market disruptions. Pesticides Debate (St Lucia context): A commentary challenges a headline ranking St Lucia high for pesticide use intensity, urging deeper discussion on pesticide types, crops and safer alternatives before blaming farmers. Marine Resources & IUU Fishing: China and the U.S. trade accusations over illegal fishing and marine pollution, with Grenada listed among nations flagged in a recent NOAA IUU report. EU Golden Passport Pressure: The EU has set a deadline of June 1, 2028 for Grenada and four other Eastern Caribbean states to end citizenship-by-investment programs or risk losing Schengen visa-free access.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada says it’s tackling “imported inflation” with an EC$18M package, including 100% VAT removal on electricity bills from August–December 2026 and continued fuel price ceilings through Dec 2026, aiming to directly support 38,000+ households. Energy & Climate Tools: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended to 3 areas in Grenada, helping homeowners and institutions model rooftop solar options via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal. Disaster Readiness: A Caribbean Advanced Emergency Shelter Training of Trainers (21–23 July) is building regional capacity for safer, dignified shelter management when disasters displace people, with Grenada among participating countries. Road Safety Works: Girven Road pedestrian crossing upgrades will start 27 July, converting it to a signalised crossing and adding cyclist connections, with works expected to take about six weeks (weather permitting). Regional Food Security: The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” youth-led project is launched in St Vincent and the Grenadines, using ecological school gardens across Grenada and other islands to boost food security, nutrition education, and climate resilience. Marine Protection Dispute: China hit back at a NOAA-linked IUU fishing report that lists Grenada among flagged nations, accusing the U.S. of “political manipulation” while defending its own enforcement.

Disaster Preparedness: Caribbean shelter experts are training as part of a three-day “Training of Trainers” course in Barbados (21–23 July), led by IOM with CDEMA and partners, to strengthen safe, dignified emergency shelter management across the region, including Grenada. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada announced an EC$18M package to tackle imported food and energy price pressure, including VAT removal on electricity (Aug–Dec 2026) and continued fuel price ceilings through December 2026, targeting 38,000+ households. Solar for Homes and Businesses: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, helping users model rooftop solar options and potential returns via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal. Circular Economy Jobs & Waste: GIZ is recruiting a Grenada-based Technical Advisor for circular economy and biowaste work, supporting waste prevention, resource recovery, and partnerships across Grenada and the region. Climate Finance Push: Grenada Development Bank is seeking a Climate Finance Communications Specialist to boost awareness of climate investment opportunities for MSMEs. Regional Food Security: The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” youth-led project is rolling out ecological school gardens across Grenada and other islands to strengthen food security, nutrition education, and climate resilience. Health Surveillance: St Vincent and the Grenadines advanced integrated health surveillance guidelines with PAHO support—an example of regional capacity building relevant to climate-linked public health risks. Safety Infrastructure: Works are set to start (27 July) on Girven Road crossing upgrades in Grenada to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety with a signalised design.

Cost-of-living relief: Grenada announced an EC$18 million targeted Cost of Living Assistance Programme to blunt imported food and energy price shocks, including continued gasoline/diesel/kerosene/LPG price ceilings through December 2026 plus VAT relief on electricity (Aug–Dec 2026) and other electricity cost measures aimed at more than 38,000 households. Renewables for Grenada: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada, letting homeowners, businesses and institutions model rooftop solar options and potential returns via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal. Circular economy jobs: GIZ is recruiting a Grenada-based Technical Advisor for Circular Economy and BioWaste (Sept 2026–Aug 2027) to support waste prevention, resource recovery and partnerships across Grenada and the wider OECS. Food security + climate resilience: The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” initiative (via the Zero Hunger Trust Fund) is rolling out youth-led ecological school gardens in Grenada, St Vincent and the Grenadines, St Lucia and Dominica to strengthen nutrition, education and climate resilience. Skills for the green economy: CARICOM’s Digitalisation of TVET Delivery Project says it has built a region-owned model, with Grenada among the trained countries, to support digital workforce development. Local safety works: Girven Road pedestrian crossing upgrades in Grenada are set to start Monday 27 July, converting it to a signalised crossing with safer paths and cyclist ramps (about six weeks, weather permitting).

Road Safety Upgrade: Works begin Monday 27 July at the Girven Road pedestrian crossing (Hawea St to Grenada St), converting it to a signalised crossing, widening a shared path on the Bayfair side, and adding cycle on/off ramps to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists. Renewables Tool for Grenada: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended for three areas in Grenada via the Ministry’s Climate Resilience Portal, helping homeowners, businesses and investors compare rooftop solar options and estimate potential generation and financial returns. Regional Skills & Jobs: CARICOM’s Digitalisation of TVET Delivery Project says four pilot countries integrated digital learning solutions into local platforms, with training for instructors and focal points across Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago. Food Security & Climate Resilience: The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” initiative (via the Zero Hunger Trust Fund) is rolling out ecological school gardens in Grenada, St Vincent and the Grenadines, St Lucia and Dominica to boost food security, nutrition education and climate resilience. Circular Economy Push: GIZ is advertising a Grenada-based Technical Advisor role for “Circular Economy and BioWaste Caribbean,” focused on waste prevention, resource recovery, sargassum valorisation and support for women-led MSMEs. Climate Finance Hiring: Grenada Development Bank is seeking a Climate Finance Communications Specialist to help unlock private climate investment and improve awareness of climate financing opportunities for MSMEs. Community Input Needed: A consultation is set for 25 July (1pm) on the proposed golf course development at Levera, inviting residents and stakeholders to share feedback.

Energy & Climate Resilience: The Caribbean Development Bank says it is funding a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for Grenada’s Maurice Bishop International Airport to strengthen grid stability and help the country cut reliance on imported fossil fuels. Clean Energy Procurement: Grenada’s Ministry of Climate Resilience, the Environment and Renewable Energy is also moving ahead with World Bank-backed CEGEB purchases, including an electric vehicle and office equipment, as part of broader efficiency and green-energy building upgrades. Food Security & Youth Climate Action: The EU-CAN “Cultivating Futures” initiative, led by the Zero Hunger Trust Fund, is rolling out ecological school gardens across Grenada, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia, and Dominica to boost food security, nutrition education, and climate resilience. Agriculture Innovation: CARDI launched its Agricultural Research and Innovation Symposium to share science-driven solutions for sustainable, climate-resilient food systems across the region. Regional Policy Pressure: The EU has told Grenada and four other Eastern Caribbean states to end Citizenship by Investment programs by 2028 or risk losing visa-free access, with leaders preparing a unified case for Brussels. Local Capacity Building: A training series is set to help rural agribusiness owners in St. Patrick strengthen financial management and legal compliance, building on earlier climate-smart agriculture support.

Climate-smart agribusiness training: Grenada’s Rural Development Unit is rolling out a targeted St. Patrick series (July 28 and 30) to help rural farmers and fishers strengthen financial planning, cash flow, recordkeeping, and tax compliance, building on earlier Climate Smart Agriculture and Rural Enterprise Programme sessions. Energy resilience boost: The Caribbean Development Bank is backing a utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System at Maurice Bishop International Airport, aimed at stabilising Grenada’s grid and supporting more renewable energy. Food security with youth and schools: The EU-CAN Cultivating Futures project is launching across St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Grenada, and Dominica, using school gardens to improve nutrition, climate resilience, and sustainable food systems. Circular economy jobs push: GIZ is advertising a Grenada-based Technical Advisor role for Circular Economy and BioWaste, focused on waste prevention, resource recovery, and support for local circular business models. Grenada’s climate finance communications: The Grenada Development Bank is seeking a Climate Finance Communications Specialist to help unlock private climate investment for MSMEs. Community input on land use: A consultation is set for July 25 on the proposed golf course development at Levera, inviting public feedback. Regional policy pressure: The EU has warned five Caribbean states, including Grenada, to end Citizenship by Investment by 2028 or face loss of visa-free travel.