AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate Adaptation Funding: Dominica’s DOMCREP resilience project—backed by the Green Climate Fund—will invest $70.2 million across eight vulnerable communities, supporting climate-smart farming, irrigation, water security, and emergency preparedness for more than 8,000 people. Renewables & Power Reliability: PM Skerrit says Dominica is the first Caribbean nation to bring geothermal energy onto the national grid, but commissioning teething issues are behind recent outages while lower electricity rates and greater reliability are expected once testing ends. Hurricane Season Preparedness: With the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season underway, NEPO has inspected shelters and reviewed emergency supplies, and the government is urging early preparation to protect homes and businesses. Public Health & Weather Watch: The Meteorological Office reports a weak trough keeping moisture up in the mornings, breezy conditions, and rising Saharan dust later today—raising respiratory risk—while sea conditions remain slight to moderate. Food & Energy for Farmers: A clean energy fisheries push under the STAR-Fish project will expand renewable solutions and cold-chain support across participating countries, including Dominica. Community Environment Cleanup: Police and partners removed derelict vehicles from several communities, citing health, mosquito breeding, and public safety concerns. Youth Climate Learning: A summer Junior Climate Resilience Champions program will train about 125 children (ages 5–15) on climate and disaster readiness through hands-on community action.
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