Environment

“Pledges are not payments,” Prime Minister Mia Mottley declared on Wednesday, arguing that the world’s climate commitments are increasingly falling short of what vulnerable countries need and urging citizens everywhere …

Barbados’ sugar industry is exploring year-round electricity generation for the national grid, with cane farmers and the government examining the use of bagasse, king grass and high-fibre cane to help …

Public service vehicle (PSV) industry leaders are calling for urgent discussions on Bridgetown’s emergency traffic and evacuation arrangements, arguing that this week’s gridlock highlighted the need for greater stakeholder involvement …

Barbados is exploring the introduction of a coastal siren system as part of efforts to strengthen its tsunami warning capabilities. Department of Emergency Management (DEM) consultant Chanté Saunders said emergency …

The Ministry of Agriculture is bringing together farmers, researchers and key agencies next week to develop strategies to help Barbados’ agricultural sector cope with the effects of the ongoing Super …

The University of the West Indies’ chief seismologist on Tuesday urged ongoing preparedness for multiple natural hazards across the Caribbean after major earthquakes in Panama and Venezuela. Disaster planning must …

Barbados has received nearly half a billion dollars in climate financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), but officials warned that fragmented project preparation across the Caribbean is holding back …

The discovery of three microbial strains in sargassum could help Barbados secure new intellectual property, expand scientific research and turn marine resources into high-value commercial products, Science and Technology Minister …

Companies transporting hazardous materials are being urged to take greater precautions, including using vehicles suitable for the weight and nature of the substances being carried. Deputy Chief Fire Officer Henderson …