AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy: BEL says planned solar projects could save $27 million to $28 million a year and reduce reliance on costly diesel, even as it seeks approval to raise the power-cost adjustment cap. The utility warns bills could rise 6% to 7% if the request is approved. Wildlife: Belize’s 2025–2035 wildlife plan identifies 244 species of global conservation concern and aims to protect habitats and prevent extinctions, as a new UN report warns that biodiversity targets worldwide are falling behind. Coastal resilience: A newly approved US$44 million regional climate project includes Belize and will fund locally led adaptation, including mangrove restoration, sustainable fisheries and early-warning systems. Climate readiness: Belize is leading regional planning for possible El Niño impacts in 2026–27, including drought, water shortages and agricultural losses. Ambergris Caye: North Ambergris residents are pressing for action on roadside dumping, damaged mangroves and filled-in lagoons, warning that pollution threatens both nature and tourism. Sustainable farming: Agriculture officials are training farmers to use beneficial insects against cabbage pests, reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
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