Environment
UNDP BioFin offers funds to grow Belize’s green economy
The government of Belize seeks to access funds to protect Belize’s natural beauty while growing a ‘green’ economy with the help the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BioFin) launched by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in 2012, with the support of the European Union and the Governments of Germany, Norway, Flanders and Switzerland.
Environment
Investigation launched into dredging at Hol Chan Marine Reserve northern extension
The Ministry of Natural Resources, via its Mining Unit, has begun investigating claims that unauthorized dredging is taking place within the Hol Chan Marine Reserve Expansion zone on the west coast of Northern Ambergris Caye.
Environment
Over 500 lionfish caught in Reef Week Tournament
Estel’s Dine by the Sea hosted a Lionfish Tournament on Friday, May 12th, as part of the 12th annual Reef Week celebration.
Environment
Preparations underway for the 12th annual Ambergris Caye Reef Week
Final preparations for the 12th annual Reef Week celebrations are underway at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Environment
Controlling the use of pesticides to protect food and the environment
The Pesticides Control Board (PCB) has launched a 5-year strategic plan to help farmers obtain better yields on their crops while minimizing the use of pesticides, with zero residue in their produce.
Environment
WWF says wildlife crime is threatening World Heritage Sites
Within World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) newly released 52-page report, the conservation organization states that almost half of the World Heritage sites are threatened by illegal wildlife trade.
Environment
DFC Eco Rangers are on a mission: Keep San Pedro garbage-free!
The ‘Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Eco Rangers’ is a youth group formed in San Pedro Town with a grand mission to keep La Isla Bonita clean.
Environment
Islanders say No to Cayo Rosario Development
Island residents strongly rejected the idea of a proposed tourism development at Cayo Rosario during the project’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) presentation on Wednesday, April 5th.