AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCaye Caulker Coastal Protection: Belize’s Caye Caulker seawall and dredging proposal is headed for review after the Caye Caulker Village Council warned it could damage mangroves, the island’s natural defense against erosion and storm surges. Protected Areas & Conservation Leadership: The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) marked 30 years by spotlighting three women conservation leaders, partnering with local artisans and directing half of product proceeds back to conservation. Climate & Energy Risk for Belize: With El Niño strengthening, Caribbean Climate Outlooks warn of hotter conditions and drought risk—raising concerns for Belize’s hydro-dependent power supply and the need for costly backup electricity. Nature-Based Resilience: A new study using coral data and an AI model suggests tens of thousands of square miles of coral reefs worldwide may still resist climate change by 2050, with Belize appearing among the resilient areas. Sustainable Fisheries in Focus: WCS honored Belize fishers for conservation-minded work, including efforts tied to marine reserves and empowering women in fisheries. Forest Pressure Warning: A commentary challenges the continued use of “bush sticks” made from young trees, arguing they’re tomorrow’s forests and should be sourced responsibly.
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