PERSPECTIVES: Flying fish, Bearded Fig Trees on the decline in Barbados
The Bearded Fig Tree, Brown Pelican and Flying Fish are three of the foremost national symbols on Barbados’ coat of ...
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With a surge of beachgoers expected for Carnival: “Be mindful of harmful algal blooms”
As some people head to rivers and beaches to unwind for Trinidad and Tobago’s upcoming Carnival celebrations, the IMA is ...
The role of climate-smart agriculture in Guyana’s push to reduce food imports
As Guyana plays its part in achieving CARICOM’s goal of reducing 25 per cent of the Caribbean’s food imports by ...
PERSPECTIVES: Bridging the gap between culture and sustainability
As countries look towards economic innovation to reduce their dependence on extractive industries, entertainment based industries like culture and the ...
PERSPECTIVES: Exploring the delicate balance of development and sustainable land use in Barbados
Perspectives is an ongoing series by the Cari-Bois Environmental News Network which aims to give Caribbean scientists, explorers, and nature ...
Demystifying the “wonder” of colourful organisms
The next time you glance out of your window and marvel at the vibrancy of a saffron finch, or take ...
With holidays in full swing: “Be mindful of your ecological footprint”
From upcycled gifts to reducing food waste, there are numerous ways that households around the Caribbean can get involved in ...
Closing gaps in tsunami preparedness for a resilient future
On November 5, the Institute of Marine Affairs joined the global community in celebrating World Tsunami Awareness Day.
One group’s mission to transform Antigua’s “forgotten” reservoir
Since 2015, the Barnes Hill Community Development Organisation (BHCDO) has been on a mission to restore the “forgotten” Barnes Hill ...
Grande Riviere Beach: A dynamic coastline that requires coastal zone planning
Erosion is expected along Grande Riviere Beach given it’s a high energy beach with a dynamic coastline. But interventions must ...
