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Kenyan President visits Jamaica, discusses Blue Economy
August 7, 2019
Jamaica has welcomed a state visit from President Kenyatta and a delegation of Kenyan officials. Different collaborations and trade relationships were discussed, including how to grow their blue economy and boost economic partnerships. Kenya and Jamaica are now exploring different opportunities in investment, tourism, agriculture, financial services and trade. Four Memoranda of Understanding were signed […]
OECS establishes a green-blue economy strategy and action plan
August 1, 2019
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has established a Green-Blue Economy Strategy and Action Plan. This plan aims to encourage and build further strategies for sustainable development through economic growth, improved livelihoods and the protection of ecosystems. OECS and the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in June to work […]
Workshop in Barbados ends with call to protect high seas
July 24, 2019
A three-day workshop in Barbados discussed a potential new international agreement under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea focusing on the protection of the high seas. At present, over 100 nations from different regions are negotiating a treaty to protect the marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction. Addressing the representatives […]
UN Secretary-General heads to the Caribbean to discuss climate change
July 5, 2019
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, will meet with leaders of the 15 members of Caricom to discuss climate resilience and climate financing. The Secretary-General addressed the leaders of Caribbean nations at the 40th meeting of Caricom in St. Lucia, two days ago. Caricom Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque said climate change, ocean economy and pollution […]
Risks posed to ocean health drive investment in blue economy
June 24, 2019
The Blue Economy, defined by the World Bank Group as the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth and improved livelihoods and jobs while preserving the health of marine and coastal ecosystem, represents global economy activity estimated between USD 3 to USD 6 million per year. Issues with ocean health which affect human activities, food […]
Costa Rica to host first Pan-American Marine Energy Conference
June 21, 2019
The first Pan-American Marine Energy Conference in 2020 will aim to promote the research and development of marine energy technologies across the Americas. This conference, which is being organised by the PAMEC Energy Association, will take place in Costa Rica’s capital, San José. Similar research collaborations and conferences have been taking place in Europe and […]
Commercial coral farm for more resilient reefs opens in The Bahamas
June 11, 2019
The world’s first land-based commercial coral farm, which supports more resilient reef restoration, was opened in Grand Bahama. Projects like these are essential for the restoration of healthy oceans, and the development of sustainable Blue Economies. This project was spearheaded by Gator Halpern, Young Champion of the Earth for Latin America and the Caribbean and […]
Jamaica’s commitment to its Blue Economy continues to grow
June 4, 2019
Caribbean Development Bank officials have described Jamaica’s Junior Market as a model for financing Blue Economy. Jamaica’s Junior Stock Exchange, said Dr. Justin Ram, Director of Economics at the CDB, is a “blueprint” for countries in the Caribbean wishing to support their blue economy by raising capital through the stock market. A blended finance approach, […]
Action plan to strengthen Blue Economy in Caribbean published by World Bank
June 3, 2019
A new World Bank report examines the importance of tackling marine pollution to ensure the Caribbean region is resilient to climate change. The report, “Marine Pollution in the Caribbean: Not a Minute to Waste”, calls for urgent action to restore damaged ecosystems and protect the Caribbean’s marine resources. The ocean is a key source of […]