Conservation
Training in the Application of Biodiversity Related Laws of Belize
The training is a part of an ongoing series of initiatives being implemented by the Ministry with financial support provided by the Protected Areas Conservation Trust. It was designed to inform its participants of the application of the National Protected Areas Systems Act and other related legislation. Other training in the series will include training in use of SMART Technologies and field navigation.
Conservation
Islanders hold first clean-up campaign at Boca del Rio lagoon
While a truckload of rubbish was removed from the lagoon, organizers say the job is far from finished, and another has been scheduled for February 6, 2021.
Environment
The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management held a virtual inception workshop to develop a Low Emission Development Strategy for...
In order to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement, the Government of Belize has commenced the updating of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). To complement this effort, Belize has also taken the opportunity to facilitate the formulation of a Low Emission Development Strategy and Action Plan (LEDS), for the period 2020-2050. In this regard, a LEDS is a country-led and country-specific planning document covering all economic sectors for promoting economic growth and sustainable development, while reducing the emissions of Greenhouse Gases.
Environment
One of two dredging projects still on halt; court hearings expected soon
One infraction involved illegal dredging on the north-western side of the island within the Hol Chan Marine Reserve (HCMR). The second large scale dredging/sand reclamation project on the southern end of the island has reportedly resumed activities after they were temporarily stopped for allegedly breaching their permits.
Conservation
Foreign Minister Participates in A SIDS Moment in December
On December 3, 2020, Hon. Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration, participated in A SIDS (Small Island Developing States) Moment in December. The event marked the 30th anniversary of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), which Belize is presently chairing.
Environment
Queen’s Land on Ambergris Caye – what the law says
The relevant authorities have yet to respond to our queries regarding the curren, alleged sale of Queen's Land
Environment
Statement on the Proposed Port of Belize Cruise and Cargo Expansion by Hon. Andre Perez, Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation
"As the newly assigned Minister of the Blue Economy, I have been following with interest the recent developments regarding the proposed Port of Belize Cruise and Cargo Expansion Project. I have had the opportunity to be updated by our Fisheries Department as well as other concerned environmental non-governmental organizations that are all important players in the development of the new Blue Economy model. We have been listening to the concerns of those that have been studying and opposing this project ever since it was proposed under the previous government as well as the consultants for the Port of Belize Cruise Project. I have also had the opportunity to dialogue with the Prime Minister and other ministers on this matter. "
Environment
Public consultation for cruise terminal at Port of Belize, Belize City, met with objections
The main concern with the massive development at the Port of Belize is the dumping of dredged soil into the Caribbean Sea, which could impact the marine environment, including the Belize Barrier Reef.