AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoConservation Grants Boost: DNCTF trained Caribbean Biodiversity Fund CRAB Pro-Nature grant recipients on financial donor reporting and environmental safeguards, supporting projects including rapid response to lethal yellowing disease and coral reef restoration in Soufriere and Scotts Head Marine Reserve. Renewables & Bills: DOMLEC says geothermal energy is cutting Dominica’s July electricity bills via a lower fuel surcharge, with savings expected across domestic, commercial, hotel and industrial categories. Geothermal Commissioning: Energy Minister Dr. Vince Henderson says Dominica is nearing sign-off for geothermal commissioning by July 31, moving toward operation under DOMLEC power purchase terms. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Support: Canada and UNOPS launched the RIISE Facility to help governments deliver resilient infrastructure faster, with Dominica among the first beneficiaries. Seabed Governance Spotlight: IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez made a historic first visit to the International Seabed Authority assembly in Jamaica, underscoring sustainable seabed use and maritime governance. Regional Health for Tourism: CARPHA and the OECS renewed a partnership to strengthen travellers’ health across the tourism sector through 2030. Weather Watch: Dominica’s Met Office warns of scattered showers, possible thunderstorms, and higher Saharan dust later today, with alerts for flooding and landslides.
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