AGP Executive Report

Climate Diplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda’s Michael Joseph will lead CARICOM’s climate-finance and science negotiations at COP31, opening Nov. 9 in Türkiye, as island states push for stronger support and protection of the 1.5°C goal. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable conservation funding, better monitoring and regional cooperation. Its delegation highlighted work to expand protected areas, restore ecosystems and tackle invasive species and plastic pollution. Climate Partnership: Taiwan and St. Kitts and Nevis are pursuing practical climate action in areas including energy, waste management and sustainable infrastructure. Clean Transport: Horsford’s launched GAC AION electric vehicles, supporting the Federation’s DRIVE initiative and efforts to reduce fossil-fuel dependence. Disaster Readiness: Nevis, NEMA and UNICEF trained agencies to help maintain safe water, sanitation and hygiene during emergencies. Youth Innovation: St. Kitts’ Nov. 13 STEAM Fair will feature student ideas for environmental and other challenges under a sustainable-island theme.

Climate Partnership: St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan are highlighting practical climate action, with shared concerns over drought, changing rainfall and stronger storms. Their cooperation points to work on energy, waste management and sustainable infrastructure. Biodiversity: At COP17, the Federation called for reliable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation, while highlighting efforts to expand protected areas and restore ecosystems. Youth Innovation: The STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student ideas for environmental and sustainability challenges facing the islands. Clean Transport: Horsford’s has introduced GAC electric vehicles in St. Kitts, supporting the government’s drive to cut transport emissions and reliance on imported fuel. Disaster Readiness: Nevis agencies completed a WASH emergency-response workshop focused on maintaining access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene during disasters.

Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable conservation funding, stronger biodiversity monitoring and regional cooperation, while highlighting work to expand protected areas, restore ecosystems and tackle plastic pollution. Climate Action: Taiwan’s ambassador says the two island nations are pursuing practical climate measures, including efforts in energy, waste management and sustainable infrastructure. Sustainable Mobility: Basseterre dealer Horsford’s has launched GAC electric vehicles, supporting the Federation’s drive to cut transport emissions and reliance on imported fuel. Youth Innovation: St. Kitts’ STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student ideas for environmental and other challenges, under the theme “Steaming Ahead Towards a Sustainable Island State.” Disaster Readiness: Nevis strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene planning through inter-agency training, helping prepare essential services for disasters.

Climate Partnership: St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan are looking to turn shared climate risks into practical action, with cooperation focused on areas including energy, waste management and sustainable infrastructure. Biodiversity: At COP17, the Federation called for reliable funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation to help protect ecosystems and meet global conservation targets. Clean Transport: A new local dealership has introduced GAC electric vehicles, supporting the country’s push to cut transport emissions and reliance on imported fuel. Disaster Readiness: Nevis has strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene planning through a four-day inter-agency training workshop. Youth Innovation: St. Kitts’ STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student projects aimed at solving environmental and other challenges as the Federation works toward a sustainable island state.

Climate Cooperation: Taiwan’s ambassador says its partnership with St. Kitts and Nevis can turn climate commitments into practical action, as both island nations face heavier storms, erratic rainfall and longer dry spells. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis urged partners to provide reliable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional support, while highlighting work to expand protected areas, restore ecosystems and tackle plastic pollution. Youth and Sustainability: The November 13 STEAM Fair in Conaree will showcase student ideas for environmental and development challenges under the theme “Steaming Ahead Towards a Sustainable Island State.” Disaster Readiness: Nevis has strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene planning through training across government services, aiming to protect clean-water access and prevent disease after disasters. Cleaner Transport: Horsford’s launched GAC electric vehicles, supporting the Federation’s drive to cut fossil-fuel use and expand electric mobility.

Climate Cooperation: Taiwan’s ambassador says St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan share growing risks from erratic rainfall, drought and stronger storms, and calls for practical climate action in areas such as energy, waste and sustainable infrastructure. Biodiversity: At COP17, the Federation pressed for reliable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation, while highlighting work to restore ecosystems and expand protected areas. Youth Innovation: St. Kitts’ STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student ideas for environmental and social challenges under the theme “Steaming Ahead Towards a Sustainable Island State.” Disaster Readiness: Nevis, NEMA and UNICEF trained agencies in emergency water, sanitation and hygiene response to help protect communities and maintain essential services after disasters. Clean Transport: Horsford’s launched GAC electric vehicles in St. Kitts, supporting the government’s drive to expand electric mobility and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.

Climate Partnership: Taiwan’s ambassador says St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan share growing risks from erratic rainfall, drought and stronger storms, and argues climate pledges must lead to practical action on the ground. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for dependable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation, while highlighting work on protected areas, ecosystem restoration and pollution. Youth and Sustainability: The November 13 STEAM Fair in Conaree will showcase student ideas for environmental and social challenges, under the theme “Steaming Ahead Towards a Sustainable Island State.” Disaster Readiness: Nevis agencies completed emergency WASH training to improve coordination and protect access to clean water and sanitation during disasters. Cleaner Transport: Horsford’s launched GAC electric vehicles in Basseterre, supporting the Federation’s drive to cut road emissions and reliance on imported fossil fuels.

Sustainable Learning: St. Kitts’ STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student ideas for environmental and social challenges, under the theme “Steaming Ahead Towards a Sustainable Island State.” Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation, highlighting the support small islands need to protect ecosystems and meet global biodiversity goals. Clean Transport: Horsford’s launched GAC electric vehicles in Basseterre, supporting the Federation’s drive to cut fossil-fuel use. Disaster Readiness: Nevis trained agencies in emergency water, sanitation and hygiene response, strengthening coordination to protect essential services during disasters.

Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for predictable conservation funding, stronger monitoring and regional cooperation, stressing that SIDS need practical support to protect ecosystems and meet global targets. Clean Energy: Horsford’s launched GAC’s AION electric vehicles in Basseterre, supporting the government’s DRIVE initiative to expand electric mobility and cut reliance on imported fossil fuels. Disaster Readiness: Nevis strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene planning through a four-day inter-agency workshop with NEMA and UNICEF. Youth and Sustainability: The STEAM Fair on November 13 will showcase student ideas for environmental and social challenges; project videos are due November 4. Today’s Weather: St. Kitts and Nevis can expect partly cloudy skies, a moderate chance of morning showers, east-southeast winds and seas of 3 to 5 feet.

Biodiversity: At COP17, Saint Kitts and Nevis called for reliable funding, stronger biodiversity monitoring and regional cooperation to help islands meet global conservation goals. The Federation also highlighted work on protected areas, ecosystem restoration and plastic pollution. Weather: A moderate chance of passing showers is forecast tonight and tomorrow morning, with partly sunny skies expected later tomorrow. Clean Transport: Horsford’s has launched GAC electric vehicles in Basseterre, supporting the DRIVE initiative; qualifying fully electric vehicles benefit from a cut in import duties from 45% to 10%. Disaster Readiness: Nevis strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene planning through a four-day inter-agency workshop involving NEMA, UNICEF and government departments. Litter Prevention: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke urged residents to stop dumping bottles and other rubbish along roads, beaches and green spaces, warning that cleanup efforts cannot keep pace without public cooperation.

Electric Mobility: Horsford’s launched GAC’s AION electric vehicles in Basseterre, expanding local options as St. Kitts and Nevis cuts import duties on qualifying EVs to support cleaner transport and reduce fossil-fuel dependence. Disaster Readiness: Nevis agencies, with UNICEF support, completed emergency water, sanitation and hygiene training to help protect public health and maintain essential services during disasters. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for accessible funding, stronger technical capacity and regional cooperation to help small-island states conserve and restore ecosystems. Keep the Federation Clean: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke urged residents to stop dumping rubbish along roads, beaches and green spaces, warning that clean-up efforts cannot keep pace without a change in public habits.

Electric Transport: Horsford’s has launched GAC’s AION electric vehicles in Basseterre, adding options that support the government’s DRIVE initiative and lower reliance on imported fossil fuels. Reduced import duties for qualifying fully electric vehicles also aim to encourage uptake. Emergency Readiness: Nevis and national agencies completed four days of WASH training, preparing teams across key sectors to protect access to clean water and sanitation during disasters. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable funding, stronger technical capacity and regional cooperation to advance conservation, ecosystem restoration and action on plastic pollution. Clean Communities: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke has urged residents to stop dumping rubbish along roads, beaches and green spaces, warning that clean-ups cannot keep pace without a change in public behaviour.

Electric Mobility: Horsford’s launched GAC’s AION electric vehicles in Basseterre, adding options that support St. Kitts and Nevis’ DRIVE initiative and push to cut fossil-fuel dependence. Disaster Readiness: Nevis’ four-day WASH emergency training brought together agencies across essential services to strengthen coordination and protect access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene during disasters. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable conservation funding, stronger technical capacity and closer regional cooperation, while highlighting work on protected areas, ecosystem restoration and plastic pollution. Waste and Pollution: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke urged residents to stop dumping rubbish along roads, beaches and green spaces, warning that clean-ups alone cannot solve the problem.

Disaster Preparedness: Nevis has strengthened emergency water, sanitation and hygiene readiness through a four-day inter-agency workshop, supported by UNICEF. The training focused on coordinating essential services and preventing disease outbreaks during disasters. Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable funding, stronger technical capacity and regional cooperation to help Caribbean islands protect and restore nature. Climate Resilience: CCRIF awarded 10 scholarships worth US$112,000 for studies including climate science, meteorology and natural resource management. Tackling Litter: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke urged residents to stop dumping rubbish along roads, in parks and on beaches, warning that clean-up efforts alone cannot solve the problem.

Biodiversity: At COP17, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable biodiversity funding, stronger technical support and closer regional cooperation, while highlighting work to expand protected areas, restore ecosystems and tackle invasive species and plastic pollution. Climate Resilience: CCRIF awarded US$112,000 in scholarships to 10 Caribbean students studying fields including climate science, meteorology and natural resource management—skills vital to disaster preparedness and resilience. Litter and Pollution: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke has urged residents to stop dumping rubbish along roads, in parks and on beaches, citing growing piles of plastic bottles and crates. She said clean-ups alone cannot solve the problem and called for greater public responsibility.

Biodiversity: At COP17 in Armenia, St. Kitts and Nevis called for reliable biodiversity funding, stronger technical capacity and closer regional cooperation. The delegation also highlighted progress on protected areas, ecosystem restoration and tackling invasive species and plastic pollution. Climate Resilience: CCRIF has awarded US$112,000 in scholarships to 10 Caribbean students studying fields including climate science, meteorology, natural resource management and engineering—skills vital to disaster preparedness and resilience. Littering: Environment Minister Joyelle Clarke has urged residents to stop dumping waste along roads, in parks and on beaches, warning that plastic bottles and crates are piling up in several areas. She said clean-ups alone will not solve the problem without a change in public behaviour.