AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoClimate & Youth Skills: A UNICEF-commissioned study presented at UN House finds young people in Barbados, Dominica, St Lucia and Antigua and Barbuda are eager to help on climate change, but many lack clear information, training and access to green and circular economy opportunities. Coastal Resilience: Saint Lucia has received a new Shore Sight coastal climate risk assessment and decision-support system to guide planning and infrastructure against sea-level rise, erosion, storm surges and flooding. Reef Protection & Risk Financing: The island launched a Coral Reef Response System with trained brigades to assess damage, support recovery and speed up funding after storms, linked to a regional reef insurance and preparedness effort. Marine Livelihoods: Savannes Bay is getting EC$215,000 (about US$80,000) for marine debris removal and sustainable seamoss raft systems, aiming to restore coastal areas and support farmers. Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia hosted an Adaptation Investment Pitch and Matchmaking event to connect local sectors with international climate funds for National Adaptation Plan projects. Tourism Policy Watch: The UWP questioned “booming” tourism claims, urging caution and noting cruise and total arrivals fell in 2025. Tourism & Sustainability Ideas: Saint Lucia showcased its tourism partnerships at Caribbean Week in New York under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.”
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