Business & Economy
Additional over-the-water establishments in Boca del Rio raising concerns
The SPTC says that the final decision whether over-the-water establishments can go up lies in the hands of the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Conservation
Environmental authorities justify project at Cayo Rosario; islanders oppose
Despite widespread outcry warning the Government of Belize that such a project could have a huge impact on the fly fishing industry that provides a livelihood for many Belizeans, dredging was approved on Cayo Rosario, with the justification that it poses no threat to the marine reserve, and that the size of the development has been significantly scaled down.
Conservation
Coral Ed-Ventures 2018 Summer Camp graduates 51 island students
51 children graduated as Coral Reef Experts during a special ceremony, signalling the end of the 2018 Coral Ed-Ventures Summer Camp.
Business & Economy
Online campaign against Cayo Rosario development project reaches millions
Spearheaded by ACCSD, a social media campaign involving stakeholders in Belize and abroad in opposition to the Cayo Rosario development went viral on July 11th, reaching over half a million viewers since its launch.
Conservation
Coral Reef Ed-ventures features “Blue Planet” on movie night
The final movie night for Coral Ed-Ventures featured "Blue Planet", a nature documentary series that showcases the protection and preservation of marine life.
Business & Economy
SPTGA reminds members that tour guide license renewal deadline is July 31st
Tour guides are informed that the deadline for tour guide license renewals is Friday, July 31st. A license application can be obtained at the BTB office.
Conservation
2018 Conch Fishing Season officially closed till September 30th
Conch season is officially closed as of July 1st and will re-open on September 30, 2018.
Conservation
Environmentalists weigh in on the Belize Barrier Reef removal from UNESCO’S In-Danger list
While it's good news that the Belize Barrier Reef is off the UNESCO List of In-Danger World Heritage Sites, there is much to be done to ensure it stays off the list. Stakeholders have moved their goals to ensuring its health is a priority, calling on the Belizean community to protect and preserve every square inch of the magnificent reef.